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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,689 cc

LD08 AYJMOT history

LD08 AYJ is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 19 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

LD08 AYJ red Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz A-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
105,206 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 AYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 AYJ was last recorded at 105,206 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 3,871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
101,335 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,871 miles
Average per year
5,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,206 miles
  • 2025 – 101,335 miles
  • 2024 – 98,117 miles
  • 2023 – 93,793 miles
  • 2022 – 89,672 miles
  • 2021 – 84,423 miles
  • 2020 – 78,319 miles
  • 2019 – 68,914 miles
  • 2018 – 60,197 miles
  • 2017 – 52,435 miles
  • 2016 – 45,969 miles
  • 2015 – 39,683 miles
  • 2014 – 35,263 miles
  • 2013 – 30,842 miles
  • 2012 – 26,932 miles
  • 2011 – 20,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,206 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,206 miles (+3,871)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    105,206 miles
    Test number
    491035580977
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass101,335 miles (+3,218)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    101,335 miles
    Test number
    797922747860
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass98,117 miles (+4,324)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    98,117 miles
    Test number
    510818876510
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass93,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    718439462419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail93,793 miles (+4,121)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    240245504796
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass89,672 miles (+5,249)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,672 miles
    Test number
    802659944162
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass84,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    84,423 miles
    Test number
    340650885944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,423 miles (+6,104)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,423 miles
    Test number
    232111530923
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass78,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    78,319 miles
    Test number
    558622182199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,319 miles (+9,405)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,319 miles
    Test number
    395969122510
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limits (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass68,914 miles (+8,717)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,914 miles
    Test number
    419828692160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass60,197 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    60,197 miles
    Test number
    792320015829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  13. Fail60,197 miles (+7,762)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,197 miles
    Test number
    312925685319
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  14. Pass52,435 miles (+6,466)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,435 miles
    Test number
    721790626521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,969 miles (+6,286)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,969 miles
    Test number
    359809712451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,683 miles (+4,420)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    39,683 miles
    Test number
    886558565109
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass35,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    35,263 miles
    Test number
    268320464104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,260 miles (+4,418)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,260 miles
    Test number
    437270064166
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  19. Pass30,842 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    30,842 miles
    Test number
    269546573126
    • NoteRear wiper split

  20. Fail30,842 miles (+3,910)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,842 miles
    Test number
    885226973105
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteRear wiper split

  21. Pass26,932 miles (+6,665)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,932 miles
    Test number
    747187472188
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  22. Pass20,267 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,267 miles
    Test number
    475015661139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 AYJ

Does LD08 AYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 AYJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 AYJ?
The MOT on LD08 AYJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 AYJ done?
LD08 AYJ was recorded at 105,206 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 5,622 miles a year.
Has LD08 AYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 AYJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LD08 AYJ 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 LD08 AYJ find?
LD08 AYJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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