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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,689 cc

LC02 XBDMOT history

LC02 XBD is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 20 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 37 MOT tests, with 139,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2026.

LC02 XBD silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jun 2027
Mileage
139,120 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2026
MOT tests
37
22 passed · 15 failed
Per year
5,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC02 XBD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC02 XBD was last recorded at 139,120 miles on 20 Jun 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,117 miles · 24 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,120 miles
  • 2025 – 139,117 miles
  • 2024 – 138,551 miles
  • 2023 – 136,787 miles
  • 2022 – 135,294 miles
  • 2021 – 133,147 miles
  • 2020 – 131,755 miles
  • 2019 – 129,679 miles
  • 2018 – 125,370 miles
  • 2017 – 121,386 miles
  • 2016 – 118,506 miles
  • 2015 – 114,826 miles
  • 2014 – 112,058 miles
  • 2013 – 106,914 miles
  • 2012 – 100,984 miles
  • 2011 – 95,554 miles
  • 2010 – 90,480 miles
  • 2009 – 84,635 miles
  • 2008 – 67,610 miles
  • 2007 – 44,683 miles
  • 2006 – 34,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,120 miles
  • AdvisoryCorrosion To Both Rear Inner SillsRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Windscreen chipped

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Some corrosion to front subframe

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside front wishbone front bush deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

37 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,120 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    139,120 miles
    Test number
    249105492118
    • AdvisoryCorrosion To Both Rear Inner Sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass139,117 miles (+566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    139,117 miles
    Test number
    727346266346
    • AdvisoryCorrosion To Both Rear Inner sills
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,551 miles (+32)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    138,551 miles
    Test number
    954905501220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryOffside front wishbone front bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  4. Fail138,519 miles (+1,732)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,519 miles
    Test number
    461634772707
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryOffside front wishbone front bush deteriorating
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  5. Pass136,787 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    136,787 miles
    Test number
    696940953487
    • AdvisoryCracking in o/s/f tyre
    • AdvisoryN/s/f drop link rubber perishing/splitting
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  6. Fail136,786 miles (+1,492)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,786 miles
    Test number
    416682981858
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryCracking in o/s/f tyre
    • AdvisoryN/s/f drop link rubber perishing/splitting
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  7. Pass135,294 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    135,294 miles
    Test number
    802364799932
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front + rear sub frames + rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryCracking in o/s/f tyre tread
    • AdvisoryN/s/f drop link rubber perishing/cracking
    • AdvisorySome o/s/f brake judder

  8. Fail135,294 miles (+2,147)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,294 miles
    Test number
    576159673278
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front + rear sub frames + rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryCracking in o/s/f tyre tread
    • AdvisorySome o/s/f brake judder

  9. Pass133,147 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,147 miles
    Test number
    736958213169
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to front subframe
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to rear subframe/axle
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  10. Fail133,143 miles (+1,388)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,143 miles
    Test number
    278331632328
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to front subframe
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to rear subframe/axle
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  11. Pass131,755 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    131,755 miles
    Test number
    304615370522
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre bold inner edge
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to front subframe
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to offside front brake pipe

  12. Fail131,755 miles (+2,076)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,755 miles
    Test number
    854722354941
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases turbo area, clamp missing? (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre bold inner edge
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to front subframe
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to offside front brake pipe

  13. Pass129,679 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    129,679 miles
    Test number
    524244068678
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases turbo (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect advise replacing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  14. Fail129,679 miles (+4,309)11 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,679 miles
    Test number
    980328251925
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases turbo (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect advise replacing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn uneven (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  15. Pass125,370 miles (+3,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,370 miles
    Test number
    709544456400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnable to check prescribed areas due to under trays

  16. Pass121,386 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    121,386 miles
    Test number
    899440804873

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail121,385 miles (+2,879)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,385 miles
    Test number
    635965374044
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass118,506 miles (+51)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    118,506 miles
    Test number
    897932210296
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on edges and sidewall perished. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on edges and sidewall perished. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing on edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both sides (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail118,455 miles (+3,629)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,455 miles
    Test number
    859415461874
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureLower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront rear view mirror loose on windscreen.
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass114,826 miles (+57)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    114,826 miles
    Test number
    345151085149
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting missing

  21. Fail114,769 miles (+2,711)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,769 miles
    Test number
    326323275126
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting missing

  22. Pass112,058 miles (+5,144)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    112,058 miles
    Test number
    758009864177
    • NoteExhaust centre mounting corroded broken

  23. Fail106,914 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,914 miles
    Test number
    825608873159
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass106,914 miles (+5,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,914 miles
    Test number
    999498773199
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass100,984 miles (+5,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,984 miles
    Test number
    795955262189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass95,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    95,554 miles
    Test number
    829443261243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail95,554 miles (+5,074)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,554 miles
    Test number
    338013361415
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

  28. Pass90,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    90,480 miles
    Test number
    550514930156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail90,480 miles (+5,845)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,480 miles
    Test number
    212833030132
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteRear wiper split

  30. Pass84,635 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    84,635 miles
    Test number
    842863359170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail84,547 miles (+16,937)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,547 miles
    Test number
    541210659140
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  32. Pass67,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    67,610 miles
    Test number
    354906058170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail67,610 miles (+22,927)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,610 miles
    Test number
    632062558182
    • FailureRear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  34. Pass44,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    44,683 miles
    Test number
    284328937161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail44,683 miles (+9,976)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,683 miles
    Test number
    272595037482
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  36. Pass34,707 miles (+430)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,707 miles
    Test number
    853627956126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Pass34,277 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,277 miles
    Test number
    382910806131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC02 XBD

Does LC02 XBD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC02 XBD is valid until 19 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC02 XBD?
The MOT on LC02 XBD is valid until 19 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC02 XBD done?
LC02 XBD was recorded at 139,120 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2026, an average of 5,192 miles a year.
Has LC02 XBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC02 XBD has failed 15 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LC02 XBD 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 LC02 XBD find?
LC02 XBD passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: corrosion to both rear inner sills; nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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