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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,689 cc

LO08 BWLMOT history

LO08 BWL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 99,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LO08 BWL black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
99,558 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,689 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 BWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 BWL was last recorded at 99,558 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 24,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,888 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
24,670 miles
Average per year
4,689 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,558 miles
  • 2025 – 74,888 miles
  • 2024 – 74,019 miles
  • 2023 – 73,216 miles
  • 2022 – 71,893 miles
  • 2021 – 70,776 miles
  • 2019 – 64,756 miles
  • 2018 – 62,664 miles
  • 2017 – 59,215 miles
  • 2016 – 54,701 miles
  • 2015 – 49,763 miles
  • 2014 – 46,055 miles
  • 2013 – 40,671 miles
  • 2012 – 37,050 miles
  • 2011 – 28,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,558 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipe to tank

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Marked screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,558 miles (+24,670)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    99,558 miles
    Test number
    717042117648
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  2. Pass74,888 miles (+869)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    74,888 miles
    Test number
    136508517509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,019 miles (+37)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    74,019 miles
    Test number
    510335800809
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Marked screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipe to tank
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Fail73,982 miles (+766)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,982 miles
    Test number
    485474686433
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Outer side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Marked screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Filler pipe to tank
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass73,216 miles (+1,323)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    73,216 miles
    Test number
    160010491095
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass71,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    969096452824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail71,893 miles (+1,117)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    452073156182
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass70,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,776 miles
    Test number
    636444892628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,774 miles (+6,018)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,774 miles
    Test number
    544089283928
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass64,756 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,756 miles
    Test number
    460625513884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,664 miles (+3,449)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    62,664 miles
    Test number
    365011017484
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge - all over (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  12. Pass59,215 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,215 miles
    Test number
    560519622305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished in tread
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded flat

  13. Fail59,173 miles (+4,472)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,173 miles
    Test number
    276529295098
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished in tread
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded flat

  14. Pass54,701 miles (+4,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,701 miles
    Test number
    138771034455
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking

  15. Pass49,763 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    49,763 miles
    Test number
    563252970610
    • 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Fail49,763 miles (+3,708)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,763 miles
    Test number
    617724877753
    • Repaired at testNearside 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass46,055 miles (+5,384)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,055 miles
    Test number
    255179474266
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass40,671 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,671 miles
    Test number
    396388863237
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perrishing!
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail40,671 miles (+3,621)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,671 miles
    Test number
    439218863286
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perrishing!
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass37,050 miles (+8,156)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    37,050 miles
    Test number
    966932282221
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsf headlamp bulb dim in comparison with osf bulb?

  21. Pass28,894 miles (+583)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,894 miles
    Test number
    345535041259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    28,311 miles
    Test number
    406154321176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO08 BWL

Does LO08 BWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO08 BWL is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO08 BWL?
The MOT on LO08 BWL is valid until 17 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO08 BWL done?
LO08 BWL was recorded at 99,558 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 4,689 miles a year.
Has LO08 BWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 BWL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LO08 BWL 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 BWL find?
LO08 BWL passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both, and 3 more.

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