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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,498 cc

LP08 ZNSMOT history

LP08 ZNS is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 50,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

LP08 ZNS grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
50,909 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,623 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 ZNS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 ZNS was last recorded at 50,909 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 2,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,909 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,000 miles
Average per year
2,623 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,909 miles
  • 2025 – 48,909 miles
  • 2024 – 45,969 miles
  • 2023 – 44,298 miles
  • 2022 – 44,190 miles
  • 2021 – 43,693 miles
  • 2020 – 43,414 miles
  • 2019 – 41,128 miles
  • 2018 – 39,249 miles
  • 2017 – 37,280 miles
  • 2016 – 35,188 miles
  • 2015 – 32,984 miles
  • 2014 – 30,212 miles
  • 2013 – 22,340 miles
  • 2012 – 17,085 miles
  • 2011 – 11,681 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,909 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (TRAILING ARMS) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

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 and under cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts between tread 185/65/15

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp slightly insecure bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Underside covers fitted obscuring components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,909 miles (+2,000)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    50,909 miles
    Test number
    151258757717
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect BOTH SIDES (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (TRAILING ARMS) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  2. Pass48,909 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    48,909 miles
    Test number
    115920635211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass45,969 miles (+1,671)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    45,969 miles
    Test number
    151020969294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,298 miles (+108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    44,298 miles
    Test number
    935095000294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass44,190 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    44,190 miles
    Test number
    647544482945
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts between tread 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp slightly insecure bracket broken
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted obscuring components
  6. Fail44,190 miles (+497)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,190 miles
    Test number
    812782741170
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts between tread 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp slightly insecure bracket broken
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted obscuring components
  7. Pass43,693 miles (+279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    43,693 miles
    Test number
    913125159374
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under cover fitted
  8. Pass43,414 miles (+2,286)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    43,414 miles
    Test number
    210311735436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,128 miles (+1,879)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    41,128 miles
    Test number
    767259155362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side wheels (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under cover fitted
  10. Pass39,249 miles (+1,969)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    39,249 miles
    Test number
    235763402633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,280 miles (+2,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    37,280 miles
    Test number
    511464711941
    • AdvisoryEngine and under cover fitted
  12. Pass35,188 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,188 miles
    Test number
    373380844899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail35,188 miles (+2,204)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,188 miles
    Test number
    513786134745
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  14. Pass32,984 miles (+2,772)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,984 miles
    Test number
    365372515289
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brake disc surface poor (corroded)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass30,212 miles (+7,872)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    30,212 miles
    Test number
    237622814236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,340 miles (+5,255)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,340 miles
    Test number
    398531613478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,085 miles (+5,404)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,085 miles
    Test number
    575173212250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    11,681 miles
    Test number
    209580911203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 ZNS

Does LP08 ZNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 ZNS is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 ZNS?
The MOT on LP08 ZNS is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 ZNS done?
LP08 ZNS was recorded at 50,909 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 2,623 miles a year.
Has LP08 ZNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 ZNS has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LP08 ZNS 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 ZNS find?
LP08 ZNS passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides; rear coil spring corroded both sides; rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides, and 2 more.

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