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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,699 cc

LB56 YPMMOT history

LB56 YPM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 31 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,413 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 31 May 2025
Mileage
122,413 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YPM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,699 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 YPM was last recorded at 122,413 miles on 29 Apr 2025, 3,600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Dec 2009: 11,814 miles, lower than 18,681 miles on 18 Nov 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,813 miles · 1 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
3,600 miles
Average per year
6,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,413 miles
  • 2024 – 118,813 miles
  • 2023 – 117,953 miles
  • 2022 – 116,256 miles
  • 2021 – 110,614 miles
  • 2020 – 106,768 miles
  • 2019 – 99,835 miles
  • 2017 – 87,720 miles
  • 2016 – 79,312 miles
  • 2014 – 58,654 miles
  • 2013 – 39,657 miles
  • 2012 – 30,585 miles
  • 2010 – 19,211 miles
  • 2009 – 11,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,413 miles
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All brake hoses cracking. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,413 miles (+3,600)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,413 miles
    Test number
    736575174726
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All brake hoses cracking. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass118,813 miles (+860)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    118,813 miles
    Test number
    369271016900
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Dash cam and wiring
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass117,953 miles (+20)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2024
    Odometer
    117,953 miles
    Test number
    463616488143
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm +perished (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail117,933 miles (+1,677)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,933 miles
    Test number
    163373010699
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass116,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    116,256 miles
    Test number
    967667360493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail116,256 miles (+5,642)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,256 miles
    Test number
    948369026227
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass110,614 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    110,614 miles
    Test number
    165727965565
    • 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))

  8. Fail110,614 miles (+3,846)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,614 miles
    Test number
    662711864586
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  9. Pass106,768 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,768 miles
    Test number
    745676243150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail106,768 miles (+6,933)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,768 miles
    Test number
    304857689073
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass99,835 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,835 miles
    Test number
    490463894267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,835 miles (+12,115)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,835 miles
    Test number
    522690476661
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass87,720 miles (+8,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    87,720 miles
    Test number
    383677184845
    • AdvisoryFront disc's slightly worn,lipped.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass79,312 miles (+7,309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    79,312 miles
    Test number
    196977871579
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass72,003 miles (+13,349)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,003 miles
    Test number
    711622556430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,654 miles (+4,578)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    58,654 miles
    Test number
    619047714371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,076 miles (+14,419)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,076 miles
    Test number
    155773754189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,657 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,657 miles
    Test number
    105607673078
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass39,657 miles (+9,072)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,657 miles
    Test number
    648387073040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail30,585 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,585 miles
    Test number
    719322582014
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteN/s indicator lens cracked

  21. Pass30,585 miles (+11,374)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,585 miles
    Test number
    938402182003
    • NoteN/s indicator lens cracked

  22. Pass19,211 miles (+7,397)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    19,211 miles
    Test number
    990817340371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,814 miles (-6,867)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    11,814 miles
    Test number
    723792049353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,681 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    18,681 miles
    Test number
    752172229348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front rubber cut off from the wall
    • NoteN/s/r rubber cut off from wall

Questions about LB56 YPM

Does LB56 YPM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 YPM expired on 31 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YPM?
The MOT on LB56 YPM expired on 31 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 YPM done?
LB56 YPM was recorded at 122,413 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2025, an average of 6,717 miles a year.
Has LB56 YPM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YPM has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 YPM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Dec 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 YPM find?
LB56 YPM failed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 5 advisories: stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint excessively worn; offside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 5 more.

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