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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,498 cc

LL08 OCPMOT history

LL08 OCP is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 5 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 70,746 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LL08 OCP black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
70,746 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 OCP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 OCP was last recorded at 70,746 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 1,870 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,876 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,870 miles
Average per year
4,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,746 miles
  • 2025 – 68,876 miles
  • 2024 – 66,089 miles
  • 2023 – 63,539 miles
  • 2022 – 61,690 miles
  • 2021 – 59,499 miles
  • 2020 – 56,586 miles
  • 2019 – 52,325 miles
  • 2018 – 47,838 miles
  • 2017 – 45,247 miles
  • 2016 – 38,055 miles
  • 2014 – 30,597 miles
  • 2013 – 23,225 miles
  • 2012 – 13,121 miles
  • 2011 – 8,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,746 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Eml on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,746 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    70,746 miles
    Test number
    750502397945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail70,746 miles (+1,870)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,746 miles
    Test number
    386364030557
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass68,876 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    313865971843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Fail68,876 miles (+2,787)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    481206231056
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Pass66,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    66,089 miles
    Test number
    312162729043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail66,089 miles (+2,550)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,089 miles
    Test number
    143709254515
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass63,539 miles (+1,849)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,539 miles
    Test number
    800677150507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,690 miles (+2,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    61,690 miles
    Test number
    604248843005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass59,499 miles (+2,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,499 miles
    Test number
    912944585694
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass56,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,586 miles
    Test number
    406521628585
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Fail56,586 miles (+4,261)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,586 miles
    Test number
    636273041028
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. Pass52,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,325 miles
    Test number
    237848353889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,325 miles (+4,487)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,325 miles
    Test number
    626515440205
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass47,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    47,838 miles
    Test number
    698826976847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,838 miles (+2,591)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,838 miles
    Test number
    545344281837
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

  16. Pass45,247 miles (+3,869)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,247 miles
    Test number
    966219372247
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass41,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,378 miles
    Test number
    127198218386
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column joints

  18. Fail41,378 miles (+3,323)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,378 miles
    Test number
    354363905677
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEML light on
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering column joints

  19. Pass38,055 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    38,055 miles
    Test number
    748417288955
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryMoved items before to mot test

  20. Fail38,027 miles (+7,430)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,027 miles
    Test number
    739426818765
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryMoved items before to mot test

  21. Fail30,597 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,597 miles
    Test number
    246046084231
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass30,597 miles (+7,372)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,597 miles
    Test number
    769006684235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  23. Pass23,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    23,225 miles
    Test number
    137241493231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail23,225 miles (+10,104)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,225 miles
    Test number
    636841093284
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass13,121 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    13,121 miles
    Test number
    535376832143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail13,006 miles (+4,216)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,006 miles
    Test number
    526682832109
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  27. Pass8,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    8,790 miles
    Test number
    256911701468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 OCP

Does LL08 OCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 OCP is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL08 OCP?
The MOT on LL08 OCP is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 OCP done?
LL08 OCP was recorded at 70,746 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 4,004 miles a year.
Has LL08 OCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 OCP has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LL08 OCP 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 LL08 OCP find?
LL08 OCP passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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