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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,992 cc

LB05 NVUMOT history

LB05 NVU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 15 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 66,947 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
66,947 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 NVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,992 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 NVU was last recorded at 66,947 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 1,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
65,343 miles · 26 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,604 miles
Average per year
3,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 66,947 miles
  • 2024 – 65,343 miles
  • 2023 – 63,792 miles
  • 2022 – 58,799 miles
  • 2021 – 56,009 miles
  • 2020 – 53,278 miles
  • 2019 – 53,278 miles
  • 2018 – 48,074 miles
  • 2017 – 42,703 miles
  • 2016 – 37,936 miles
  • 2015 – 32,248 miles
  • 2014 – 27,593 miles
  • 2013 – 23,531 miles
  • 2012 – 18,540 miles
  • 2011 – 15,127 miles
  • 2010 – 7,772 miles
  • 2009 – 6,409 miles
  • 2008 – 5,685 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,947 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre cracking on inner sidewall

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,947 miles (+1,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    66,947 miles
    Test number
    184982312156
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre cracking on inner sidewall

  2. Pass65,343 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    65,343 miles
    Test number
    294573803641
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail65,341 miles (+1,549)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,341 miles
    Test number
    477728655063
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass63,792 miles (+4,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,792 miles
    Test number
    867052044655
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  5. Pass58,799 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    58,799 miles
    Test number
    677062614540
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail58,799 miles (+2,790)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,799 miles
    Test number
    342453978887
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective head lamp lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective head lamp lens deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass56,009 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    56,009 miles
    Test number
    624584095108
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf and nsf suspension arms front bushes slight play,advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osf and nsf,advise (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber deteriorated,advise

  8. Fail56,009 miles (+2,731)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,009 miles
    Test number
    667670963781
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf and nsf suspension arms front bushes slight play,advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge osf and nsf,advise (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLower vehicle has under trays obscuring some inspections,advise
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber deteriorated,advise

  9. Pass53,278 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    53,278 miles
    Test number
    870291828375
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass53,278 miles (+5,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,278 miles
    Test number
    848117308307
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both side (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass48,074 miles (+5,371)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    48,074 miles
    Test number
    507278167807
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass42,703 miles (+4,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    42,703 miles
    Test number
    993475084973
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass37,936 miles (+5,688)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    37,936 miles
    Test number
    232527368570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,248 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    32,248 miles
    Test number
    880307581015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,593 miles (+4,062)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,593 miles
    Test number
    667989564262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass23,531 miles (+4,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    23,531 miles
    Test number
    697535573253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass18,540 miles (+3,413)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,540 miles
    Test number
    417883092152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,127 miles (+7,355)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    15,127 miles
    Test number
    289636091112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,772 miles (+1,363)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    7,772 miles
    Test number
    241459060447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass6,409 miles (+724)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    6,409 miles
    Test number
    670541189195
    • NoteNearside rear outer inertia seat belt and stalk not fully inspected due to child seat strapped in position
    • NoteOffside front,nearside front,offside rear and nearside rear tyres are starting to crack and split on outer edges of tread adjoining wall

  21. Pass5,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    5,685 miles
    Test number
    363815578165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 NVU

Does LB05 NVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 NVU is valid until 16 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB05 NVU?
The MOT on LB05 NVU is valid until 16 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 NVU done?
LB05 NVU was recorded at 66,947 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 3,538 miles a year.
Has LB05 NVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 NVU has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB05 NVU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB05 NVU find?
LB05 NVU passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; o/s/r tyre cracking on inner sidewall.

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