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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,898 cc

LB51 HUYMOT history

LB51 HUY is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 20 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 134,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2023
Mileage
134,336 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HUY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,898 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB51 HUY was last recorded at 134,336 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 7,355 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,981 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
7,355 miles
Average per year
6,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 134,336 miles
  • 2022 – 126,981 miles
  • 2021 – 118,558 miles
  • 2020 – 110,043 miles
  • 2019 – 101,289 miles
  • 2018 – 95,342 miles
  • 2017 – 95,326 miles
  • 2016 – 90,646 miles
  • 2015 – 83,279 miles
  • 2014 – 76,574 miles
  • 2013 – 71,244 miles
  • 2012 – 66,100 miles
  • 2011 – 60,505 miles
  • 2010 – 49,481 miles
  • 2009 – 41,468 miles
  • 2008 – 36,162 miles
  • 2007 – 35,395 miles
  • 2006 – 29,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail134,336 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail134,336 miles (+7,355)1 dangerous8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,336 miles
    Test number
    699243570311
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass126,981 miles (+8,423)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    126,981 miles
    Test number
    898124066242
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass118,558 miles (+8,515)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,558 miles
    Test number
    549325564119
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass110,043 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,043 miles
    Test number
    147282612379
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight seepage off grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail110,043 miles (+8,754)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,043 miles
    Test number
    349895745673
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight seepage off grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass101,289 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    101,289 miles
    Test number
    263214050717
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail101,289 miles (+5,947)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,289 miles
    Test number
    733469144809
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass95,342 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    95,342 miles
    Test number
    506233064155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass95,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,326 miles
    Test number
    790961582948
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail95,326 miles (+4,680)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,326 miles
    Test number
    368370687433
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass90,646 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    90,646 miles
    Test number
    871908225257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail90,642 miles (+7,363)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,642 miles
    Test number
    827854206707
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass83,279 miles (+6,705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,279 miles
    Test number
    759616035244
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail76,574 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,574 miles
    Test number
    696684734230
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass76,574 miles (+5,330)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    76,574 miles
    Test number
    816704934208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,244 miles (+5,144)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    71,244 miles
    Test number
    896523633256
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass66,100 miles (+5,595)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,100 miles
    Test number
    459598722290
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine managment light on.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass60,505 miles (+11,024)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,505 miles
    Test number
    855937731266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,481 miles (+3,130)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,481 miles
    Test number
    672058930233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass46,351 miles (+4,883)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    46,351 miles
    Test number
    931760060053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,468 miles (+5,306)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    41,468 miles
    Test number
    971997259026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    36,162 miles
    Test number
    764879058039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,162 miles (+767)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,162 miles
    Test number
    160449358419
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r inner rim damaged

  24. Pass35,395 miles (+6,206)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    35,395 miles
    Test number
    450336417492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    29,189 miles
    Test number
    531888526369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 HUY

Does LB51 HUY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 HUY expired on 3 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HUY?
The MOT on LB51 HUY expired on 3 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 HUY done?
LB51 HUY was recorded at 134,336 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 6,497 miles a year.
Has LB51 HUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HUY has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 HUY 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 LB51 HUY find?
LB51 HUY failed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 11 more.

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