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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,498 cc

LB08 VEWMOT history

LB08 VEW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 18 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 128,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2025
Mileage
128,320 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VEW
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
18 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VEW was last recorded at 128,320 miles on 28 Oct 2024, 5,961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,359 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,961 miles
Average per year
6,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 128,320 miles
  • 2023 – 122,359 miles
  • 2022 – 118,451 miles
  • 2021 – 114,913 miles
  • 2020 – 110,157 miles
  • 2019 – 106,277 miles
  • 2018 – 104,509 miles
  • 2017 – 100,303 miles
  • 2016 – 88,261 miles
  • 2015 – 75,722 miles
  • 2013 – 52,090 miles
  • 2012 – 43,422 miles
  • 2011 – 40,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,320 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,320 miles (+5,961)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    128,320 miles
    Test number
    351728362186
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass122,359 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    122,359 miles
    Test number
    793689401845
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail122,358 miles5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,358 miles
    Test number
    447572262508
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail122,358 miles (+3,907)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,358 miles
    Test number
    530715929281
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass118,451 miles (+3,538)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    118,451 miles
    Test number
    876367112005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi brake hose perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi brake hose perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi brake hose perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi brake hose perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass114,913 miles (+4,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    114,913 miles
    Test number
    818927254547
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass110,157 miles (+3,880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,157 miles
    Test number
    881451573697
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s body damage

  8. Pass106,277 miles (+1,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,277 miles
    Test number
    317019052732
    • AdvisoryBoth engine mounts in poor condition just acceptable

  9. Pass104,509 miles (+4,206)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    104,509 miles
    Test number
    165645090709
    • AdvisoryNearside side damage
    • AdvisoryOffside bumper damage

  10. Pass100,303 miles (+12,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    100,303 miles
    Test number
    143090764347
    • AdvisoryEngine oil filler cap missing

  11. Pass88,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    88,261 miles
    Test number
    242755100273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail88,258 miles (+12,536)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,258 miles
    Test number
    565404028448
    • FailureStop lamp not working BOTH (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass75,722 miles (+23,632)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    75,722 miles
    Test number
    118015025230
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass52,090 miles (+8,668)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,090 miles
    Test number
    966347803239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,422 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    43,422 miles
    Test number
    839112272184
    • NoteDrivers seat recliner adjuster missing. N.T.I
    • NoteO/s/r parking brake efficiency low

  16. Fail43,422 miles (+3,318)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,422 miles
    Test number
    837622172196
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteDrivers seat recliner adjuster missing. N.T.I
    • NoteO/s/r parking brake efficiency low

  17. Pass40,104 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,104 miles
    Test number
    216992871498
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail40,104 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,104 miles
    Test number
    237992971476
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB08 VEW

Does LB08 VEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 VEW expired on 27 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VEW?
The MOT on LB08 VEW expired on 27 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 VEW done?
LB08 VEW was recorded at 128,320 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2024, an average of 6,605 miles a year.
Has LB08 VEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VEW has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 VEW 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 VEW find?
LB08 VEW passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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