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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,498 cc

LP08 HCXMOT history

LP08 HCX is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 80,414 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

LP08 HCX silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
80,414 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 HCX
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
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 HCX was last recorded at 80,414 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 1,092 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,322 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,092 miles
Average per year
3,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,414 miles
  • 2025 – 79,322 miles
  • 2024 – 78,275 miles
  • 2023 – 76,995 miles
  • 2021 – 73,614 miles
  • 2020 – 71,789 miles
  • 2019 – 70,089 miles
  • 2018 – 63,860 miles
  • 2017 – 52,767 miles
  • 2016 – 41,958 miles
  • 2015 – 31,420 miles
  • 2014 – 29,079 miles
  • 2013 – 26,015 miles
  • 2012 – 23,950 miles
  • 2011 – 20,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,414 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,414 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    80,414 miles
    Test number
    859864270337
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail80,414 miles (+1,092)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,414 miles
    Test number
    918396871518
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass79,322 miles (+1,047)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,322 miles
    Test number
    235789404886
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass78,275 miles (+1,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    78,275 miles
    Test number
    836269327741
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass76,995 miles (+3,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,995 miles
    Test number
    475337228171
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass73,614 miles (+1,825)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,614 miles
    Test number
    298448202337
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass71,789 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,789 miles
    Test number
    339251018224
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  8. Fail71,789 miles (+1,700)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,789 miles
    Test number
    508262299166
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  9. Pass70,089 miles (+16)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,089 miles
    Test number
    150840050931
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail70,073 miles (+6,213)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,073 miles
    Test number
    296960825986
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction lamp inoperative (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not located (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb not located (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass63,860 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    63,860 miles
    Test number
    458503420955
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail63,860 miles (+11,093)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,860 miles
    Test number
    564034581745
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass52,767 miles (+10,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,767 miles
    Test number
    744881194927
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass41,958 miles (+10,538)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    41,958 miles
    Test number
    527468257329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,420 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,420 miles
    Test number
    629990895018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,079 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,079 miles
    Test number
    756401594160
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail29,077 miles (+3,062)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,077 miles
    Test number
    116151094110
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass26,015 miles (+2,065)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,015 miles
    Test number
    578080993140
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass23,950 miles (+3,197)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    23,950 miles
    Test number
    257451282453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,753 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,753 miles
    Test number
    775091681107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 HCX

Does LP08 HCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 HCX is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 HCX?
The MOT on LP08 HCX is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 HCX done?
LP08 HCX was recorded at 80,414 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 3,950 miles a year.
Has LP08 HCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 HCX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 HCX 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 LP08 HCX find?
LP08 HCX passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside & nearside.

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