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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP61 USBMOT history

LP61 USB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 29 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 109,867 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LP61 USB black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,867 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 USB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 USB was last recorded at 109,867 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 3,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,193 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,674 miles
Average per year
6,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,867 miles
  • 2025 – 106,193 miles
  • 2024 – 101,848 miles
  • 2023 – 96,637 miles
  • 2022 – 92,072 miles
  • 2021 – 80,615 miles
  • 2020 – 74,431 miles
  • 2019 – 68,435 miles
  • 2018 – 62,024 miles
  • 2017 – 53,975 miles
  • 2016 – 41,863 miles
  • 2015 – 31,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,867 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded front to rear

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.

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Front suspension legs corroded by spring mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,867 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,867 miles
    Test number
    773791558950
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded front to rear

  2. Fail109,867 miles (+3,674)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,867 miles
    Test number
    228046545264
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded front to rear

  3. Pass106,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,193 miles
    Test number
    311453747731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,193 miles (+4,345)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,193 miles
    Test number
    141593368653
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass101,848 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,848 miles
    Test number
    142887189248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Fail101,848 miles (+5,211)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,848 miles
    Test number
    285199830995
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass96,637 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    96,637 miles
    Test number
    920658577373
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail96,636 miles (+4,564)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,636 miles
    Test number
    544552688182
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass92,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    92,072 miles
    Test number
    871582034912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,072 miles (+11,457)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,072 miles
    Test number
    377926325097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass80,615 miles (+2,076)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,615 miles
    Test number
    818158775543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,539 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    78,539 miles
    Test number
    165018079937
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension legs corroded by spring mounting

  13. Fail78,535 miles (+4,104)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,535 miles
    Test number
    696649127206
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to cord on the very edge of the tyre (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension legs corroded by spring mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin Offside outer pad extremely low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass74,431 miles (+5,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    74,431 miles
    Test number
    348058107837
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass68,435 miles (+6,411)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,435 miles
    Test number
    367391224854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,024 miles (+8,049)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,024 miles
    Test number
    740868522178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,975 miles (+12,112)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,975 miles
    Test number
    855388931103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,863 miles (+10,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    41,863 miles
    Test number
    674159551773
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Handbrake (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Fail31,616 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,616 miles
    Test number
    549772595047
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass31,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,616 miles
    Test number
    889632695022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 USB

Does LP61 USB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 USB is valid until 7 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 USB?
The MOT on LP61 USB is valid until 7 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 USB done?
LP61 USB was recorded at 109,867 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 6,946 miles a year.
Has LP61 USB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 USB has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 USB 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 LP61 USB find?
LP61 USB passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear; brake pipes corroded front to rear.

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