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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD03 FSYMOT history

LD03 FSY is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 23 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 141,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2023.

LD03 FSY black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2024
Mileage
141,223 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 FSY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 FSY was last recorded at 141,223 miles on 3 Nov 2023, 6,789 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,434 miles · 3 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
6,789 miles
Average per year
6,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 141,223 miles
  • 2022 – 134,434 miles
  • 2021 – 126,938 miles
  • 2020 – 121,503 miles
  • 2019 – 117,786 miles
  • 2018 – 112,779 miles
  • 2017 – 108,306 miles
  • 2016 – 102,334 miles
  • 2015 – 97,887 miles
  • 2014 – 92,751 miles
  • 2013 – 87,683 miles
  • 2012 – 81,567 miles
  • 2011 – 73,295 miles
  • 2010 – 64,849 miles
  • 2009 – 55,209 miles
  • 2008 – 43,665 miles
  • 2007 – 35,471 miles
  • 2006 – 26,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,223 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,223 miles (+6,789)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    141,223 miles
    Test number
    974364525373
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass134,434 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    134,434 miles
    Test number
    350872625057
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail134,401 miles (+7,463)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,401 miles
    Test number
    189624734888
    • MajorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass126,938 miles (+5,435)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,938 miles
    Test number
    589429693117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,503 miles (+3,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    121,503 miles
    Test number
    883173754349
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass117,786 miles (+5,007)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,786 miles
    Test number
    191952084573
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass112,779 miles (+4,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    112,779 miles
    Test number
    196542044986
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Pass108,306 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,306 miles
    Test number
    355785255230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail108,306 miles (+5,972)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,306 miles
    Test number
    733582188131
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass102,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,334 miles
    Test number
    842141652715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail102,334 miles (+4,447)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,334 miles
    Test number
    304457919305
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

  12. Pass97,887 miles (+5,136)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,887 miles
    Test number
    797567405174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,751 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    92,751 miles
    Test number
    349430724189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,750 miles (+5,067)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,750 miles
    Test number
    248339214101
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass87,683 miles (+6,116)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,683 miles
    Test number
    576292823178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,567 miles (+8,272)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,567 miles
    Test number
    685184622161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,295 miles (+8,446)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    73,295 miles
    Test number
    209425561491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRecommend engine oil and filter change.
    • NoteSome play in steering column and shaft with a notchy feel.

  18. Pass64,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,849 miles
    Test number
    254049330415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,849 miles (+9,640)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,849 miles
    Test number
    910609630105
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres perrished

  20. Pass55,209 miles (+863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,209 miles
    Test number
    990059569161
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass54,346 miles (+10,681)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,346 miles
    Test number
    733425139173
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass43,665 miles (+8,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,665 miles
    Test number
    200352648156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass35,471 miles (+8,566)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    35,471 miles
    Test number
    972146237140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    26,905 miles
    Test number
    293327816427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 FSY

Does LD03 FSY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 FSY expired on 2 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 FSY?
The MOT on LD03 FSY expired on 2 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 FSY done?
LD03 FSY was recorded at 141,223 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2023, an average of 6,525 miles a year.
Has LD03 FSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 FSY has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LD03 FSY 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 LD03 FSY find?
LD03 FSY passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 2 more.

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