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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,991 cc

LB55 SGUMOT history

LB55 SGU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 23 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Oct 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 158,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Oct 2024
Mileage
158,097 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,916 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 SGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 SGU was last recorded at 158,097 miles on 5 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,097 miles · 4 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,916 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 158,097 miles
  • 2021 – 158,079 miles
  • 2019 – 148,214 miles
  • 2018 – 140,168 miles
  • 2017 – 133,380 miles
  • 2016 – 122,915 miles
  • 2015 – 107,545 miles
  • 2014 – 92,673 miles
  • 2013 – 77,405 miles
  • 2012 – 62,961 miles
  • 2011 – 48,429 miles
  • 2010 – 40,026 miles
  • 2008 – 26,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,097 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))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.

  • Undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Both front tyres wearing on edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Engine management light on.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside rear light cluster cracked.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,097 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    158,097 miles
    Test number
    895680820848
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail158,097 miles (+18)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,097 miles
    Test number
    116280044606
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass158,079 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    158,079 miles
    Test number
    135508639286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail158,073 miles (+9,859)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,073 miles
    Test number
    255263077674
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working both (3.4 (a))

  5. Pass148,214 miles (+8,046)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,214 miles
    Test number
    493316175937
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroding

  6. Pass140,168 miles (+6,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    140,168 miles
    Test number
    888303125457
    • AdvisoryOffside front and offside rear tyres wearing on inner treads 1955516 budget
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake backing plate missing
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake just met efficiency new discs and pads fitted poss need bedding in

  7. Pass133,380 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    133,380 miles
    Test number
    595508820475
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  8. Fail133,371 miles (+10,456)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,371 miles
    Test number
    740979117542
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  9. Pass122,915 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    122,915 miles
    Test number
    228910502319
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges.
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear light cluster cracked.

  10. Fail122,915 miles (+15,370)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,915 miles
    Test number
    126217035852
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges.
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear light cluster cracked.

  11. Pass107,545 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    107,545 miles
    Test number
    169763635440
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake fluid level low

  12. Fail107,545 miles (+14,872)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,545 miles
    Test number
    708763435054
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake fluid level low

  13. Pass92,673 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,673 miles
    Test number
    135155234416
    • NoteE,M,L on(p0183-fuel temp sensor-code cleared)
    • NoteNearside dip beam bulb retaining clip missing
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  14. Fail92,673 miles (+15,268)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,673 miles
    Test number
    656545134021
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteE,M,L on(p0183-fuel temp sensor-code cleared)
    • NoteNearside dip beam bulb retaining clip missing
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  15. Pass77,405 miles (+14,444)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,405 miles
    Test number
    287078523011
    • NoteHandbrake slightly high

  16. Pass62,961 miles (+14,532)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    62,961 miles
    Test number
    438621532042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,429 miles (+8,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,429 miles
    Test number
    145343631484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass40,026 miles (+13,870)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    40,026 miles
    Test number
    532525730039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,156 miles
    Test number
    623082258350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 SGU

Does LB55 SGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 SGU expired on 4 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 SGU?
The MOT on LB55 SGU expired on 4 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 SGU done?
LB55 SGU was recorded at 158,097 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2023, an average of 8,916 miles a year.
Has LB55 SGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 SGU has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 SGU 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 LB55 SGU find?
LB55 SGU passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2023 with 4 advisories: brake lever pivots slightly worn; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 1 more.

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