Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,498 cc

LP09 DBUMOT history

LP09 DBU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 111,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

LP09 DBU black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz A-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
111,144 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,736 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LP09 DBU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LP09 DBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP09 DBU was last recorded at 111,144 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 4,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,804 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,340 miles
Average per year
6,736 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,144 miles
  • 2025 – 106,804 miles
  • 2024 – 94,596 miles
  • 2023 – 81,234 miles
  • 2022 – 72,291 miles
  • 2021 – 64,064 miles
  • 2019 – 63,378 miles
  • 2018 – 61,543 miles
  • 2017 – 45,230 miles
  • 2016 – 32,098 miles
  • 2015 – 32,093 miles
  • 2014 – 26,951 miles
  • 2013 – 22,939 miles
  • 2012 – 18,930 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,144 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Advise brake pad wear light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,144 miles (+4,340)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    111,144 miles
    Test number
    131158446858
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass106,804 miles (+12,208)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,804 miles
    Test number
    358461044771
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck corroding
    • AdvisoryHeadlights deteriorating

  3. Pass94,596 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    94,596 miles
    Test number
    849248899133
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail94,596 miles (+13,362)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,596 miles
    Test number
    734216475663
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass81,234 miles (+8,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    81,234 miles
    Test number
    636998685709
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer slight hole in cv gaiter

  6. Pass72,291 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    72,291 miles
    Test number
    549946245549
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryAdvise brake pad wear light on

  7. Fail72,291 miles (+8,227)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,291 miles
    Test number
    939625887636
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryAdvise brake pad wear light on

  8. Pass64,064 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,064 miles
    Test number
    517846055634
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail64,064 miles (+686)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,064 miles
    Test number
    562784727794
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass63,378 miles (+1,835)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    63,378 miles
    Test number
    820053850364
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass61,543 miles (+2,976)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    61,543 miles
    Test number
    934923570930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,567 miles (+13,337)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    197545703520
    • MinorBrake hose slightly damaged Both side rear brake hoses slightly perished (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pin hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Pass45,230 miles (+13,132)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,230 miles
    Test number
    907064288222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,098 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    32,098 miles
    Test number
    286803364864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,093 miles (+5,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,093 miles
    Test number
    135098495103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass26,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    26,951 miles
    Test number
    149785604219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,951 miles (+4,012)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,951 miles
    Test number
    859905604237
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Fail22,939 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,939 miles
    Test number
    358294703247
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteGrease around sealing face of nearside inner CV boot.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass22,939 miles (+4,009)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    22,939 miles
    Test number
    428174203218
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteGrease around sealing face of nearside inner CV boot.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass18,930 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,930 miles
    Test number
    776784612275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail18,895 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,895 miles
    Test number
    318152012276
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about LP09 DBU

Does LP09 DBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP09 DBU is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP09 DBU?
The MOT on LP09 DBU is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP09 DBU done?
LP09 DBU was recorded at 111,144 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 6,736 miles a year.
Has LP09 DBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP09 DBU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LP09 DBU 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 LP09 DBU find?
LP09 DBU passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

Related registrations

Browse all LP09D registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.