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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,397 cc

LL04 EBJMOT history

LL04 EBJ is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 29 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 69,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LL04 EBJ blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
69,759 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,139 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 EBJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 EBJ was last recorded at 69,759 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 2,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
67,050 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,709 miles
Average per year
3,139 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,759 miles
  • 2025 – 67,050 miles
  • 2023 – 59,203 miles
  • 2022 – 55,242 miles
  • 2021 – 51,487 miles
  • 2020 – 48,136 miles
  • 2019 – 45,200 miles
  • 2018 – 41,406 miles
  • 2017 – 37,748 miles
  • 2016 – 33,819 miles
  • 2015 – 29,855 miles
  • 2014 – 28,371 miles
  • 2013 – 25,685 miles
  • 2012 – 22,541 miles
  • 2011 – 19,278 miles
  • 2010 – 11,599 miles
  • 2009 – 11,492 miles
  • 2007 – 10,392 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,759 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust corrodingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • (Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (+slight play in steering column top bearing) [2.3 (a) (i))

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,759 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    69,759 miles
    Test number
    861695227916
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Fail69,759 miles (+2,709)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,759 miles
    Test number
    792165846174
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass67,050 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    67,050 miles
    Test number
    192891114626
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory(Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (+slight play in steering column top bearing) [2.3 (a) (i)))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  4. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    974790818924
    • Advisory(Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (+slight play in steering column top bearing) [2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective +corroding (6.1.2 (a))

  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    772430639142
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Advisory(Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (+slight play in steering column top bearing) [2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective +corroding (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass59,203 miles (+3,961)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    59,203 miles
    Test number
    440466280237
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both+wearing on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (+slight play in steering column top bearing) [2.3 (a) (i)
    • Advisory• (exhaust corroding)

  7. Pass55,242 miles (+3,755)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    55,242 miles
    Test number
    444653406390
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel +slight play in steering column top bearing (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  8. Pass51,487 miles (+3,351)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    51,487 miles
    Test number
    876096880356
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  9. Pass48,136 miles (+2,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    48,136 miles
    Test number
    977961991930
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering+top bush,exhaust corroding,brake hoses slight wearing

  10. Pass45,200 miles (+3,794)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    45,200 miles
    Test number
    650855491663
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  11. Pass41,406 miles (+3,658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    41,406 miles
    Test number
    268933589133
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing,brake hoses wearing,cuts in offside front tyre,play in steering+slight noise

  12. Pass37,748 miles (+3,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    37,748 miles
    Test number
    878525773558
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tires perished
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass33,819 miles (+3,964)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    33,819 miles
    Test number
    211883293038
    • AdvisoryCuts in offside front tyre+wheel slight damaged,cuts in nearside front tyre+perishing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering+top bush

  14. Pass29,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,855 miles
    Test number
    156378105233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,855 miles (+1,484)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,855 miles
    Test number
    755948005285
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass28,371 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,371 miles
    Test number
    577236314220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,685 miles (+3,144)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,685 miles
    Test number
    889841033275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,541 miles (+3,263)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,541 miles
    Test number
    237423922273
    • NoteTwo nails in nearside front tyre tread
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass19,278 miles (+7,679)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    19,278 miles
    Test number
    346094731232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,599 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    11,599 miles
    Test number
    263856030247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,492 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    11,492 miles
    Test number
    321414709315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,392 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    10,392 miles
    Test number
    450920957298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL04 EBJ

Does LL04 EBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 EBJ is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 EBJ?
The MOT on LL04 EBJ is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 EBJ done?
LL04 EBJ was recorded at 69,759 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 3,139 miles a year.
Has LL04 EBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 EBJ has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LL04 EBJ 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 LL04 EBJ find?
LL04 EBJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust corroding; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, and 3 more.

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