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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 XMVMOT history

LB51 XMV is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 10 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 111,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2025
Mileage
111,068 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 XMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 XMV was last recorded at 111,068 miles on 9 Sept 2024, 8,020 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,048 miles · 12 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
8,020 miles
Average per year
5,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,068 miles
  • 2023 – 103,048 miles
  • 2022 – 101,833 miles
  • 2021 – 95,473 miles
  • 2020 – 88,459 miles
  • 2019 – 79,235 miles
  • 2018 – 65,458 miles
  • 2017 – 50,421 miles
  • 2016 – 36,121 miles
  • 2014 – 19,649 miles
  • 2013 – 16,709 miles
  • 2012 – 15,480 miles
  • 2011 – 14,010 miles
  • 2010 – 12,700 miles
  • 2009 – 11,745 miles
  • 2008 – 10,863 miles
  • 2007 – 10,490 miles
  • 2006 – 9,705 miles
  • 2005 – 8,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,068 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak
  • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,068 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    111,068 miles
    Test number
    435899180096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays

  2. Fail111,068 miles (+8,020)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,068 miles
    Test number
    324852734152
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays

  3. Pass103,048 miles (+1,215)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,048 miles
    Test number
    726338254103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass101,833 miles (+6,360)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    101,833 miles
    Test number
    789267233030
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,473 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,473 miles
    Test number
    270028075892
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail95,473 miles (+7,014)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,473 miles
    Test number
    323683095966
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,459 miles (+9,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    88,459 miles
    Test number
    744491426694
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass79,235 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,235 miles
    Test number
    378055360359
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  9. Fail79,232 miles (+13,774)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,232 miles
    Test number
    221231479421
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  10. Pass65,458 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,458 miles
    Test number
    223498267494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,427 miles (+15,006)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,427 miles
    Test number
    594666817086
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass50,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    50,421 miles
    Test number
    402588959260
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  13. Fail50,420 miles (+14,299)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,420 miles
    Test number
    434677004135
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  14. Pass36,121 miles (+16,472)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    36,121 miles
    Test number
    364206450369
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass19,649 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    19,649 miles
    Test number
    755052234304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,709 miles (+8)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    16,709 miles
    Test number
    879562433357
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front windscreen wipers starting to smear

  17. Fail16,701 miles (+1,221)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,701 miles
    Test number
    797969823309
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front windscreen wipers starting to smear

  18. Pass15,480 miles (+1,470)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    15,480 miles
    Test number
    448880922494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,010 miles (+1,310)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    14,010 miles
    Test number
    326155431396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,700 miles (+955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    12,700 miles
    Test number
    704570340303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass11,745 miles (+882)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    11,745 miles
    Test number
    751780939300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,863 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    10,863 miles
    Test number
    261402738355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,490 miles (+785)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    10,490 miles
    Test number
    963567427393
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing

  24. Pass9,705 miles (+1,260)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    9,705 miles
    Test number
    454897526460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail8,445 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,445 miles
    Test number
    253152125318
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass8,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    8,445 miles
    Test number
    452082925403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 XMV

Does LB51 XMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 XMV expired on 11 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 XMV?
The MOT on LB51 XMV expired on 11 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 XMV done?
LB51 XMV was recorded at 111,068 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2024, an average of 5,456 miles a year.
Has LB51 XMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 XMV has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 XMV 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 XMV find?
LB51 XMV passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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