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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,498 cc

LB08 BSZMOT history

LB08 BSZ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 24 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2025 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 68,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2025
Mileage
68,381 mi
At MOT on 2 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BSZ was last recorded at 68,381 miles on 2 Nov 2024, 4,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,299 miles · 30 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
4,082 miles
Average per year
4,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 68,381 miles
  • 2023 – 64,299 miles
  • 2021 – 58,461 miles
  • 2020 – 56,594 miles
  • 2019 – 52,489 miles
  • 2018 – 45,152 miles
  • 2017 – 39,174 miles
  • 2016 – 33,332 miles
  • 2015 – 28,756 miles
  • 2014 – 23,352 miles
  • 2013 – 17,298 miles
  • 2012 – 13,100 miles
  • 2011 – 7,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,381 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Case Missing (7.1.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Case Missing (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,381 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    68,381 miles
    Test number
    939724715975
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Case Missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Case Missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail68,381 miles (+4,082)1 repaired3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,381 miles
    Test number
    225781634134
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Case Missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Case Missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass64,299 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    64,299 miles
    Test number
    299291799865
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Case Missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail64,299 miles (+5,838)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,299 miles
    Test number
    329474267251
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Discs Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Case Missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass58,461 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    58,461 miles
    Test number
    631044387428
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail58,461 miles (+1,867)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,461 miles
    Test number
    696748321019
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot Loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass56,594 miles (+4,105)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    483805814702
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer Edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass52,489 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    52,489 miles
    Test number
    645391668712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  9. Fail52,464 miles (+7,312)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,464 miles
    Test number
    879478618741
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  10. Pass45,152 miles (+5,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,152 miles
    Test number
    960566886165
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light on
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn to 3mm approx, legal limit is 1.6mm

  11. Pass39,174 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    39,174 miles
    Test number
    286823307357
    • AdvisoryEngine light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on shoulders

  12. Fail39,171 miles (+5,839)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,171 miles
    Test number
    472494347350
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on shoulders
    • AdvisoryOil leak transmission

  13. Pass33,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    33,332 miles
    Test number
    845985712113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail33,332 miles (+4,576)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,332 miles
    Test number
    503750520968
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed both rear (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass28,756 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,756 miles
    Test number
    235398035105
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOff Side Rear Crack On Outter Wall

  16. Fail28,756 miles (+5,404)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,756 miles
    Test number
    689798435124
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOff Side Rear Crack On Outter Wall

  17. Pass23,352 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    23,352 miles
    Test number
    238332544156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts to sidewall

  18. Fail23,352 miles (+6,054)3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,352 miles
    Test number
    779362344146
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts to sidewall

  19. Fail17,298 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,298 miles
    Test number
    475464543172
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass17,298 miles (+4,198)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    17,298 miles
    Test number
    865564643113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,100 miles (+5,125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    13,100 miles
    Test number
    109383522188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass7,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    7,975 miles
    Test number
    138871031154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 BSZ

Does LB08 BSZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 BSZ expired on 1 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BSZ?
The MOT on LB08 BSZ expired on 1 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 BSZ done?
LB08 BSZ was recorded at 68,381 miles at its MOT on 2 Nov 2024, an average of 4,481 miles a year.
Has LB08 BSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BSZ has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 BSZ 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 LB08 BSZ find?
LB08 BSZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2024 with 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light, and 6 more.

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