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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,498 cc

LB59 VPUMOT history

LB59 VPU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 15 Feb 2010. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 101,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
101,420 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 VPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
15 Feb 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 VPU was last recorded at 101,420 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 6,509 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,911 miles · 18 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,509 miles
Average per year
7,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,420 miles
  • 2025 – 94,911 miles
  • 2024 – 88,359 miles
  • 2023 – 81,286 miles
  • 2022 – 73,913 miles
  • 2021 – 64,604 miles
  • 2020 – 53,626 miles
  • 2019 – 42,620 miles
  • 2018 – 37,706 miles
  • 2017 – 33,805 miles
  • 2016 – 28,103 miles
  • 2015 – 21,401 miles
  • 2014 – 15,749 miles
  • 2013 – 7,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,420 miles
  • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,420 miles (+6,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    101,420 miles
    Test number
    573836134680
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking
  2. Pass94,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    94,911 miles
    Test number
    521480856995
    • AdvisoryPad wear indicator on
  3. Fail94,911 miles (+6,552)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,911 miles
    Test number
    643588399649
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPad wear indicator on
  4. Pass88,359 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    88,359 miles
    Test number
    516967993999
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Fail88,356 miles (+7,070)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,356 miles
    Test number
    775016592497
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass81,286 miles (+7,373)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    81,286 miles
    Test number
    697352842325
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemp repair on exhaust
  7. Pass73,913 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    73,913 miles
    Test number
    722537581604
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
  8. Fail73,911 miles (+9,307)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,911 miles
    Test number
    746973364878
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front joint (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Pass64,604 miles (+10,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    64,604 miles
    Test number
    439436470905
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass53,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    53,626 miles
    Test number
    595363241000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,626 miles (+11,006)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,626 miles
    Test number
    245980095088
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  12. Pass42,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,620 miles
    Test number
    520173576480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,620 miles (+4,914)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,620 miles
    Test number
    643026709713
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  14. Pass37,706 miles (+3,901)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    37,706 miles
    Test number
    640288325307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass33,805 miles (+5,702)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    33,805 miles
    Test number
    832716779613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,103 miles (+6,702)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    28,103 miles
    Test number
    544870903529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,401 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    21,401 miles
    Test number
    468318635196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail21,401 miles (+5,652)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,401 miles
    Test number
    177168135151
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  19. Pass15,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    15,749 miles
    Test number
    979444634109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,749 miles (+8,383)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,749 miles
    Test number
    239783334426
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass7,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    7,366 miles
    Test number
    119756233173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 VPU

Does LB59 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 VPU is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 VPU?
The MOT on LB59 VPU is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 VPU done?
LB59 VPU was recorded at 101,420 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 7,064 miles a year.
Has LB59 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 VPU has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB59 VPU 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 LB59 VPU find?
LB59 VPU passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: rear tyres cracking.

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