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Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,397 cc

LL51 XHCMOT history

LL51 XHC is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 5 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,446 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2022.

LL51 XHC red Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2022
Mileage
93,446 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2019
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 XHC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL51 XHC was last recorded at 93,446 miles on 26 Nov 2019, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,435 miles · 23 Nov 2019
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 93,446 miles
  • 2015 – 86,430 miles
  • 2014 – 81,804 miles
  • 2013 – 76,823 miles
  • 2012 – 72,751 miles
  • 2011 – 69,674 miles
  • 2010 – 66,262 miles
  • 2009 – 62,414 miles
  • 2008 – 57,757 miles
  • 2007 – 50,556 miles
  • 2006 – 42,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant loss in engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front dust cap missing
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc rusted
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear dust cap missing
  • AdvisoryEngine noisy
  • AdvisoryExhaust box corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted at time of test

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front disc rusted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    819148636271
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant loss in engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front dust cap missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear dust cap missing
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryRear seats not fitted at time of test

  2. PassMileage not read2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    911487645436
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front disc rusted
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre dust caps missing

  3. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    425151134404
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front disc rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front disc rusted
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre dust caps missing

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    489707290633
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front disc rusted
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  5. FailMileage not read3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    441851928253
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front disc rusted
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded

  6. Pass93,446 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,446 miles
    Test number
    442948211654
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  7. Fail93,435 miles (+7,005)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,435 miles
    Test number
    936952015398
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  8. Pass86,430 miles (+4,626)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    86,430 miles
    Test number
    552624211323
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth sides sills corroded / under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre on limit and wearing heavily on inner edge

  9. Pass81,804 miles (+4,981)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,804 miles
    Test number
    628458984231
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm mounting bushes starting to split
    • NoteCentre exhaust rusty box outer skin in poor condition
    • NoteNear side rear brake pipe rusty
    • NoteNear side rear tyre worn on edges
    • NoteOff side front tyre inner sidewall cracking
    • NoteSlight end play in off side of steering rack

  10. Pass76,823 miles (+554)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    76,823 miles
    Test number
    516319803349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,269 miles (+3,518)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,269 miles
    Test number
    695239813244
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished

  12. Pass72,751 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    72,751 miles
    Test number
    289139812278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  13. Fail72,751 miles (+3,077)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,751 miles
    Test number
    429839712263
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  14. Pass69,674 miles (+3,412)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    69,674 miles
    Test number
    215908421215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass66,262 miles (+3,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    66,262 miles
    Test number
    841946010281
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  16. Pass62,414 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    62,414 miles
    Test number
    250955519245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail62,414 miles (+4,657)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,414 miles
    Test number
    983433919296
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass57,757 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    57,757 miles
    Test number
    354941428435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSmall cut in off side rear tyre

  19. Fail57,757 miles (+7,201)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,757 miles
    Test number
    673661728217
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSmall cut in off side rear tyre

  20. Pass50,556 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,556 miles
    Test number
    451304867000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,547 miles (+8,539)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,547 miles
    Test number
    821970667088
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass42,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,008 miles
    Test number
    490652666055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 XHC

Does LL51 XHC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 XHC expired on 27 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 XHC?
The MOT on LL51 XHC expired on 27 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 XHC done?
LL51 XHC was recorded at 93,446 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2019, an average of 3,746 miles a year.
Has LL51 XHC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 XHC has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LL51 XHC 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 XHC find?
LL51 XHC failed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: offside front outer brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; headlamp levelling device inoperative; nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 16 more.

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