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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,498 cc

LO08 BVMMOT history

LO08 BVM is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,992 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2024.

LO08 BVM silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2025
Mileage
83,992 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2024
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,839 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 BVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 BVM was last recorded at 83,992 miles on 12 Dec 2024, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,980 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,839 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 83,992 miles
  • 2023 – 81,819 miles
  • 2022 – 75,857 miles
  • 2021 – 73,262 miles
  • 2020 – 71,001 miles
  • 2019 – 67,830 miles
  • 2018 – 64,834 miles
  • 2017 – 56,893 miles
  • 2016 – 54,343 miles
  • 2015 – 52,756 miles
  • 2014 – 51,316 miles
  • 2013 – 49,752 miles
  • 2012 – 40,689 miles
  • 2011 – 33,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,992 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel filler neck and breather pipe corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm plus worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake effort laggingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine management light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine mounting damaged but not to excess engine mount worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass83,992 miles (+12)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    83,992 miles
    Test number
    566082566493
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck and breather pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm plus worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake effort lagging
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail83,980 miles (+2,161)1 dangerous3 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,980 miles
    Test number
    404861111031
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall deep cracking to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck and breather pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm plus worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (corroded) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded lower coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake effort lagging
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass81,819 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,819 miles
    Test number
    302685629775
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess engine mount worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail81,819 miles (+5,962)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,819 miles
    Test number
    621926193186
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure on small end (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both fronts (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess engine mount worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass75,857 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,857 miles
    Test number
    433344521236
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rears becoming low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess lower o/s worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail75,857 miles (+2,595)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,857 miles
    Test number
    729049080582
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rears becoming low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess lower o/s worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass73,262 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,262 miles
    Test number
    549489423781
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail73,262 miles (+2,261)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,262 miles
    Test number
    909909024406
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass71,001 miles (+3,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,001 miles
    Test number
    169185461551
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  10. Pass67,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,830 miles
    Test number
    907515209233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,830 miles (+2,996)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,830 miles
    Test number
    491803465288
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass64,834 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,834 miles
    Test number
    351577411624
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Fail64,834 miles (+7,941)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,834 miles
    Test number
    592806889601
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  14. Pass56,893 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    56,893 miles
    Test number
    947388302154
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside door repeater lamp cover missing

  15. Fail56,891 miles (+2,548)4 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,891 miles
    Test number
    699949922230
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside door repeater lamp cover missing

  16. Pass54,343 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    54,343 miles
    Test number
    281185897847
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  17. Fail54,338 miles (+1,582)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,338 miles
    Test number
    582165324019
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  18. Pass52,756 miles (+1,440)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,756 miles
    Test number
    181564512906
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  19. Pass51,316 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,316 miles
    Test number
    228129314367
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminating

  20. Fail51,316 miles (+1,564)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,316 miles
    Test number
    428669714382
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminating

  21. Pass49,752 miles (+9,063)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    49,752 miles
    Test number
    728763313301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,689 miles (+6,935)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    40,689 miles
    Test number
    346895112300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,754 miles
    Test number
    198735111378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail33,754 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,754 miles
    Test number
    495875911355
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LO08 BVM

Does LO08 BVM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 BVM expired on 11 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 BVM?
The MOT on LO08 BVM expired on 11 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 BVM done?
LO08 BVM was recorded at 83,992 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2024, an average of 3,839 miles a year.
Has LO08 BVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 BVM has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LO08 BVM 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 LO08 BVM find?
LO08 BVM passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2024 with 17 advisories: engine mounting damaged but not to excess; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; fuel filler neck and breather pipe corroded, and 14 more.

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