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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,498 cc

LM55 BUHMOT history

LM55 BUH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 19 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 86,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

LM55 BUH blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,388 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,103 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM55 BUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM55 BUH was last recorded at 86,388 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,388 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,103 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,388 miles
  • 2025 – 82,210 miles
  • 2023 – 78,410 miles
  • 2022 – 72,028 miles
  • 2021 – 69,798 miles
  • 2020 – 67,235 miles
  • 2018 – 62,010 miles
  • 2016 – 51,672 miles
  • 2015 – 48,109 miles
  • 2014 – 44,474 miles
  • 2013 – 40,977 miles
  • 2012 – 37,615 miles
  • 2011 – 31,674 miles
  • 2010 – 22,744 miles
  • 2009 – 16,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,388 miles
  • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,388 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,388 miles
    Test number
    767407576665
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,388 miles (+4,178)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,388 miles
    Test number
    688439234726
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,210 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    82,210 miles
    Test number
    485200070941
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail82,210 miles (+3,800)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,210 miles
    Test number
    434603697572
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass78,410 miles (+3,982)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,410 miles
    Test number
    804346540097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,428 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    74,428 miles
    Test number
    433715429020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail74,428 miles (+2,400)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,428 miles
    Test number
    822542033180
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass72,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,028 miles
    Test number
    242778485609
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail72,028 miles (+2,230)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,028 miles
    Test number
    771406945627
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass69,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    69,798 miles
    Test number
    897124148480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail69,798 miles (+2,563)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,798 miles
    Test number
    118184485127
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass67,235 miles (+5,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,235 miles
    Test number
    846901166472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  13. Pass62,010 miles (+5,540)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    62,010 miles
    Test number
    618015718555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,470 miles (+4,798)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    56,470 miles
    Test number
    610071178159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,672 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,672 miles
    Test number
    589452845725
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  16. Fail51,671 miles (+3,562)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,671 miles
    Test number
    920068454420
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish

  17. Pass48,109 miles (+3,635)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    48,109 miles
    Test number
    915445309796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,474 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,474 miles
    Test number
    449151584209
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass44,474 miles (+3,497)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,474 miles
    Test number
    666261984217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,977 miles (+3,362)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,977 miles
    Test number
    726648263202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,615 miles (+37)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    37,615 miles
    Test number
    937542372222
    • NoteWasher switch intermittent

  22. Fail37,578 miles (+5,904)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,578 miles
    Test number
    399640772223
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWasher switch intermittent

  23. Fail31,674 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,674 miles
    Test number
    347744661488
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass31,674 miles (+8,930)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    31,674 miles
    Test number
    635454361207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,744 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    22,744 miles
    Test number
    803074880224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,119 miles (+2,510)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    19,119 miles
    Test number
    894050530064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  27. Pass16,609 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    16,609 miles
    Test number
    660243619061
    • NoteEngine oil leaking around engine drain plug

Questions about LM55 BUH

Does LM55 BUH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM55 BUH is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM55 BUH?
The MOT on LM55 BUH is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM55 BUH done?
LM55 BUH was recorded at 86,388 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 4,103 miles a year.
Has LM55 BUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM55 BUH has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM55 BUH 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 LM55 BUH find?
LM55 BUH passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning.

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