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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,084 cc

LB52 XKLMOT history

LB52 XKL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 10 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Aug 2025
Mileage
105,423 mi
At MOT on 30 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,237 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 XKL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,084 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 XKL was last recorded at 105,423 miles on 30 Aug 2024, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,369 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
4,237 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,423 miles
  • 2023 – 97,554 miles
  • 2022 – 90,821 miles
  • 2021 – 87,346 miles
  • 2020 – 82,524 miles
  • 2019 – 81,861 miles
  • 2018 – 80,591 miles
  • 2017 – 79,699 miles
  • 2016 – 78,452 miles
  • 2015 – 77,679 miles
  • 2014 – 75,484 miles
  • 2013 – 73,344 miles
  • 2012 – 68,739 miles
  • 2011 – 63,771 miles
  • 2010 – 59,650 miles
  • 2009 – 54,308 miles
  • 2008 – 42,981 miles
  • 2007 – 31,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,423 miles
  • AdvisoryEML light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Central exhaust silencer outer skin split & corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,423 miles (+54)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    105,423 miles
    Test number
    950875315414
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  2. Fail105,369 miles (+7,815)1 dangerous11 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,369 miles
    Test number
    985310849256
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components

  3. Pass97,554 miles (+60)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    97,554 miles
    Test number
    288864692782
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer outer skin split & corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull plastic covers underside unable to fully inspect

  4. Fail97,494 miles (+6,673)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,494 miles
    Test number
    190212825075
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer outer skin split & corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFull plastic covers underside unable to fully inspect

  5. Pass90,821 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,821 miles
    Test number
    969938312712
    • AdvisoryCentral silencer outer skin split & corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shocker casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker casing corroded

  6. Fail90,821 miles (+3,475)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,821 miles
    Test number
    236902048516
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral silencer outer skin split & corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shocker casing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker casing corroded

  7. Pass87,346 miles (+4,822)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,346 miles
    Test number
    950941851288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle plastic cover fitted

  8. Pass82,524 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    82,524 miles
    Test number
    902853905551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail82,521 miles (+660)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,521 miles
    Test number
    391729133873
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass81,861 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    81,861 miles
    Test number
    894337523688
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir/steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to see all components underneath vehicle

  11. Fail81,861 miles (+1,270)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,861 miles
    Test number
    809028699616
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill at the rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component reservoir/steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to see all components underneath vehicle

  12. Pass80,591 miles (+892)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,591 miles
    Test number
    548579730374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,699 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    79,699 miles
    Test number
    289277386350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail79,697 miles (+1,245)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,697 miles
    Test number
    278969028124
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass78,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    78,452 miles
    Test number
    820404318055
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail78,452 miles (+773)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,452 miles
    Test number
    597936782679
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass77,679 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,679 miles
    Test number
    419241835285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre cracking
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail77,679 miles (+2,195)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,679 miles
    Test number
    538090335237
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre cracking
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass75,484 miles (+2,140)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    75,484 miles
    Test number
    396900034440
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass73,344 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    73,344 miles
    Test number
    228910823274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,340 miles (+4,601)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,340 miles
    Test number
    328359513425
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass68,739 miles (+15)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    68,739 miles
    Test number
    166997722209
    • NoteKnock from steering column uj

  23. Fail68,724 miles (+4,953)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,724 miles
    Test number
    315672022206
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteKnock from steering column uj

  24. Pass63,771 miles (+4,121)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    63,771 miles
    Test number
    538087211247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,650 miles (+5,342)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,650 miles
    Test number
    544654510262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,308 miles (+11,327)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    54,308 miles
    Test number
    973086319288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,981 miles (+11,155)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,981 miles
    Test number
    684455178198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass31,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    693118907107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 XKL

Does LB52 XKL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 XKL expired on 29 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 XKL?
The MOT on LB52 XKL expired on 29 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 XKL done?
LB52 XKL was recorded at 105,423 miles at its MOT on 30 Aug 2024, an average of 4,237 miles a year.
Has LB52 XKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 XKL has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB52 XKL 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 LB52 XKL find?
LB52 XKL passed its latest MOT on 30 Aug 2024 with 9 advisories: eml light on; front coil spring corroded; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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