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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LL03 FMGMOT history

LL03 FMG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2023.

LL03 FMG silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2024
Mileage
143,888 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 FMG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL03 FMG was last recorded at 143,888 miles on 29 Dec 2023, 4,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,131 miles · 31 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,757 miles
Average per year
6,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 143,888 miles
  • 2022 – 139,131 miles
  • 2021 – 128,713 miles
  • 2020 – 124,778 miles
  • 2018 – 115,331 miles
  • 2017 – 108,752 miles
  • 2016 – 100,200 miles
  • 2015 – 88,693 miles
  • 2014 – 77,162 miles
  • 2013 – 65,956 miles
  • 2012 – 56,262 miles
  • 2010 – 47,553 miles
  • 2009 – 38,607 miles
  • 2008 – 30,170 miles
  • 2007 – 26,867 miles
  • 2006 – 22,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,888 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer in very poor condition
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount bush worn (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,888 miles (+4,757)1 dangerous4 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,888 miles
    Test number
    573618315513
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear silencer in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount bush worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • 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. Pass139,131 miles (+4,908)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    139,131 miles
    Test number
    634582443838
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen washer system 50% working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass134,223 miles (+3)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    134,223 miles
    Test number
    114168802407
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Washers only 1/2 functioning
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat cushion loose
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail134,220 miles (+5,507)2 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,220 miles
    Test number
    451592670584
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Washers only 1/2 functioning
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat cushion loose
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass128,713 miles (+3,935)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    128,713 miles
    Test number
    648637328944
    • AdvisoryExhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. Pass124,778 miles (+9,447)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    124,778 miles
    Test number
    586922037899
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass115,331 miles (+6,579)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,331 miles
    Test number
    283488220432
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  8. Pass108,752 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    108,752 miles
    Test number
    330395406771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  9. Fail108,747 miles (+8,547)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,747 miles
    Test number
    355540749073
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mount broken

  10. Pass100,200 miles (+11,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,200 miles
    Test number
    864211081393
    • AdvisoryAdvise centre exhaust box outer skin corroded

  11. Fail88,693 miles3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,693 miles
    Test number
    756873326340
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhust box rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner edge (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre

  12. Pass88,693 miles (+11,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    88,693 miles
    Test number
    902708091538
    • AdvisoryCentre exhust box rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner edge (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear nail in tyre

  13. Pass77,162 miles (+11,206)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    77,162 miles
    Test number
    936583604200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust slightly corroded

  14. Pass65,956 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    65,956 miles
    Test number
    515449213277
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail65,953 miles (+9,691)1 failure2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,953 miles
    Test number
    557628113239
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass56,262 miles (+8,709)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,262 miles
    Test number
    427919552053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,553 miles (+8,946)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    47,553 miles
    Test number
    151474700270
    • NoteNearside front roadwheel is buckled
    • NoteOffside indicator repeater is damaged

  18. Fail38,607 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,607 miles
    Test number
    561525109297
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass38,607 miles (+8,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,607 miles
    Test number
    831515309232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass30,170 miles (+3,303)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,170 miles
    Test number
    360394218462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,867 miles (+4,016)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,867 miles
    Test number
    272624917293
    • NoteSLIHGT PLAY & KNOCK STEERING FURTHER CHECKING REQUIRED

  22. Fail22,851 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,851 miles
    Test number
    212897276165
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass22,851 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,851 miles
    Test number
    801907376157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 FMG

Does LL03 FMG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 FMG expired on 6 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 FMG?
The MOT on LL03 FMG expired on 6 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 FMG done?
LL03 FMG was recorded at 143,888 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2023, an average of 6,913 miles a year.
Has LL03 FMG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 FMG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LL03 FMG 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 LL03 FMG find?
LL03 FMG failed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front brake hose excessively deteriorated; offside front brake hose excessively deteriorated, and 14 more.

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