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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,397 cc

LL51 GPEMOT history

LL51 GPE is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 1 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,718 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

LL51 GPE silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
90,718 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 GPE
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
2002
First used
1 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 GPE was last recorded at 90,718 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,576 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
142 miles
Average per year
2,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,718 miles
  • 2025 – 90,576 miles
  • 2024 – 89,606 miles
  • 2023 – 88,519 miles
  • 2020 – 88,509 miles
  • 2019 – 88,499 miles
  • 2018 – 88,162 miles
  • 2017 – 85,701 miles
  • 2016 – 84,053 miles
  • 2014 – 72,032 miles
  • 2013 – 61,035 miles
  • 2012 – 54,631 miles
  • 2011 – 52,576 miles
  • 2010 – 49,709 miles
  • 2009 – 46,654 miles
  • 2008 – 42,797 miles
  • 2007 – 39,380 miles
  • 2006 – 35,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,718 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront head lamps slightly faded
  • AdvisoryRear subframe slightly corroded

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.

  • Steering column universal joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,718 miles (+142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    90,718 miles
    Test number
    216241118426
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront head lamps slightly faded
    • AdvisoryRear subframe slightly corroded

  2. Pass90,576 miles (+970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    90,576 miles
    Test number
    388214448828
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,606 miles (+1,087)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,606 miles
    Test number
    688722972218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass88,519 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,519 miles
    Test number
    957216595546
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Fail88,509 miles (+10)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,509 miles
    Test number
    244189789187
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top shock mount bearing worn
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass88,499 miles (+337)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,499 miles
    Test number
    789617837864
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged all (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring worn all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass88,162 miles (+2,461)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,162 miles
    Test number
    139478358178
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  8. Pass85,701 miles (+1,648)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    85,701 miles
    Test number
    204983583114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,053 miles (+12,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    84,053 miles
    Test number
    106522261346
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  10. Pass72,032 miles (+10,997)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,032 miles
    Test number
    109906704244
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass61,035 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    61,035 miles
    Test number
    498069673132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine mil lamp illuminated

  12. Fail61,035 miles (+6,404)5 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,035 miles
    Test number
    377758673162
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine mil lamp illuminated
    • NoteSpare fitted to n/s/f using the incorrect securing bolt, possible damage to bolts or flange may have occurred

  13. Pass54,631 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,631 miles
    Test number
    288268482107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,615 miles (+2,039)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,615 miles
    Test number
    219095482455
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  15. Fail52,576 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,576 miles
    Test number
    276707081196
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  16. Pass52,576 miles (+2,867)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    52,576 miles
    Test number
    568287081153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,709 miles (+3,055)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,709 miles
    Test number
    914520810217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,654 miles
    Test number
    392437699141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,654 miles
    Test number
    120407199195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,654 miles (+3,857)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,654 miles
    Test number
    202437699480
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass42,797 miles (+3,417)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,797 miles
    Test number
    191933398116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,380 miles (+3,698)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    39,380 miles
    Test number
    250373987419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    35,682 miles
    Test number
    714210886122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 GPE

Does LL51 GPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL51 GPE is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL51 GPE?
The MOT on LL51 GPE is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL51 GPE done?
LL51 GPE was recorded at 90,718 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 2,809 miles a year.
Has LL51 GPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 GPE has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LL51 GPE 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 LL51 GPE find?
LL51 GPE passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front head lamps slightly faded, and 1 more.

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