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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,699 cc

LP08 OBOMOT history

LP08 OBO is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 6 Aug 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 112,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2025.

LP08 OBO red Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2026
Mileage
112,040 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 OBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,699 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
6 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 OBO was last recorded at 112,040 miles on 18 Mar 2025, 6,230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,810 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
6,230 miles
Average per year
6,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,040 miles
  • 2024 – 105,810 miles
  • 2023 – 99,555 miles
  • 2022 – 93,359 miles
  • 2021 – 87,275 miles
  • 2020 – 84,732 miles
  • 2019 – 79,699 miles
  • 2018 – 73,748 miles
  • 2016 – 64,376 miles
  • 2015 – 58,760 miles
  • 2014 – 52,120 miles
  • 2013 – 42,912 miles
  • 2012 – 31,689 miles
  • 2011 – 28,928 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,040 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear rear brake pads 4mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,040 miles (+6,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    112,040 miles
    Test number
    254902010856
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass105,810 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    105,810 miles
    Test number
    964507891539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail105,808 miles (+6,253)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,808 miles
    Test number
    737754214901
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass99,555 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    99,555 miles
    Test number
    186914609332
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake pads 4mm

  5. Fail99,552 miles (+6,193)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,552 miles
    Test number
    599981685826
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low Both fronts (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake pads 4mm

  6. Pass93,359 miles (+6,084)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    93,359 miles
    Test number
    400206098599
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass87,275 miles (+2,543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,275 miles
    Test number
    486737651704
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass84,732 miles (+5,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,732 miles
    Test number
    992859141381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass79,699 miles (+5,951)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,699 miles
    Test number
    295580261044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass73,748 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,748 miles
    Test number
    472437154429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,741 miles (+9,365)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,741 miles
    Test number
    930579482733
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass64,376 miles (+5,616)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    64,376 miles
    Test number
    918940895195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,760 miles (+6,640)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,760 miles
    Test number
    779164595115
    • NoteAll tyres cracking on tread

  14. Pass52,120 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    52,120 miles
    Test number
    516496114258
    • NoteAdvise surface cracking on all tyres

  15. Fail52,120 miles (+9,208)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,120 miles
    Test number
    758646214223
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteAdvise surface cracking on all tyres

  16. Pass42,912 miles (+11,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,912 miles
    Test number
    386840693182
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass31,689 miles (+2,761)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    31,689 miles
    Test number
    317272792132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,928 miles
    Test number
    215733391400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 OBO

Does LP08 OBO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 OBO expired on 28 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 OBO?
The MOT on LP08 OBO expired on 28 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 OBO done?
LP08 OBO was recorded at 112,040 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2025, an average of 6,074 miles a year.
Has LP08 OBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 OBO has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LP08 OBO 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 OBO find?
LP08 OBO passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: offside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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