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Mercedes-Benz A170

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,699 cc

LB56 OSGMOT history

LB56 OSG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A170 first used on 23 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 74,225 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
74,225 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 OSG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A170
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,699 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 OSG was last recorded at 74,225 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,221 miles · 17 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,225 miles
  • 2025 – 72,151 miles
  • 2024 – 63,779 miles
  • 2023 – 57,792 miles
  • 2022 – 50,577 miles
  • 2021 – 47,823 miles
  • 2020 – 43,870 miles
  • 2018 – 41,383 miles
  • 2017 – 37,867 miles
  • 2016 – 34,705 miles
  • 2015 – 31,018 miles
  • 2014 – 27,169 miles
  • 2013 – 24,113 miles
  • 2012 – 21,203 miles
  • 2011 – 18,083 miles
  • 2010 – 14,839 miles
  • 2009 – 10,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,225 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,225 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    74,225 miles
    Test number
    135356551914
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail74,221 miles (+2,070)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,221 miles
    Test number
    558345944229
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass72,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    72,151 miles
    Test number
    630737881674
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail72,151 miles (+8,372)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,151 miles
    Test number
    981229576676
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRoad wheel fixing missing all around (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass63,779 miles (+5,987)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    63,779 miles
    Test number
    948620235058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass57,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    57,792 miles
    Test number
    809044128488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread and worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail57,792 miles (+7,215)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,792 miles
    Test number
    875462041476
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low on tread and worn on the edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass50,577 miles (+2,754)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    50,577 miles
    Test number
    694354677175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,823 miles (+3,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    283907555783
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rears slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass43,870 miles (+2,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,870 miles
    Test number
    998881276596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass41,383 miles (+3,516)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    41,383 miles
    Test number
    270155604109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass37,867 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    37,867 miles
    Test number
    380548111775
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre nearing wear indicators and worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre nearing wear indicators
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  13. Fail37,867 miles (+3,162)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,867 miles
    Test number
    974335757859
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre nearing wear indicators and worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre nearing wear indicators
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished

  14. Pass34,705 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    34,705 miles
    Test number
    614626457612
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber split
    • AdvisorySlight knock through steering column
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail34,705 miles (+3,687)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,705 miles
    Test number
    716575286913
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides lipped (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber split
    • AdvisorySlight knock through steering column
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass31,018 miles (+3,849)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    31,018 miles
    Test number
    498843290740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,169 miles
    Test number
    549916284262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,169 miles (+3,056)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,169 miles
    Test number
    826956684264
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass24,113 miles (+2,910)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    24,113 miles
    Test number
    517661903303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,203 miles (+3,120)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    21,203 miles
    Test number
    427996402434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    18,083 miles
    Test number
    296771421317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,083 miles (+3,244)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,083 miles
    Test number
    396941221331
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass14,839 miles (+4,133)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,839 miles
    Test number
    130030430303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail10,706 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,706 miles
    Test number
    182537029371
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass10,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    10,706 miles
    Test number
    253577829323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 OSG

Does LB56 OSG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 OSG is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 OSG?
The MOT on LB56 OSG is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 OSG done?
LB56 OSG was recorded at 74,225 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 3,814 miles a year.
Has LB56 OSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 OSG has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 OSG 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 LB56 OSG find?
LB56 OSG passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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