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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LR03 HRZMOT history

LR03 HRZ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 13 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Dec 2024.

LR03 HRZ silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2026
Mileage
96,344 mi
At MOT on 28 Dec 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,987 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 HRZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 HRZ was last recorded at 96,344 miles on 28 Dec 2024, 1,222 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Dec 2013: 58,810 miles, lower than 77,219 miles on 31 Oct 2012.
  • 23 Dec 2015: 73,038 miles, lower than 92,073 miles on 23 Dec 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
95,122 miles · 6 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,222 miles
Average per year
3,987 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 96,344 miles
  • 2022 – 93,959 miles
  • 2021 – 88,110 miles
  • 2019 – 84,020 miles
  • 2018 – 81,245 miles
  • 2017 – 78,051 miles
  • 2016 – 75,274 miles
  • 2015 – 73,038 miles
  • 2014 – 92,073 miles
  • 2013 – 58,810 miles
  • 2012 – 77,219 miles
  • 2011 – 70,026 miles
  • 2010 – 61,508 miles
  • 2009 – 50,420 miles
  • 2008 – 41,845 miles
  • 2007 – 34,037 miles
  • 2006 – 23,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,344 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x 2 (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust deterioratedRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear lense slight damage

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,344 miles (+1,222)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    96,344 miles
    Test number
    102500195023
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured x 2 (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  2. Pass95,122 miles (+1,163)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    95,122 miles
    Test number
    951395238201
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil x 2 (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  3. Pass93,959 miles (+5,849)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    93,959 miles
    Test number
    192232263343
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount creaking lock to lock (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lense slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted x2 (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  4. Pass88,110 miles3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    88,110 miles
    Test number
    190503028327
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper n/s and o/s suspension tops creaking lock too lock
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lense slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted x 2 (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  5. Fail88,110 miles (+2,026)1 repaired3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,110 miles
    Test number
    405325313705
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper n/s and o/s suspension tops creaking lock too lock
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lense slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted x 2 (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass86,084 miles (+2,064)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    86,084 miles
    Test number
    333486892929
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x 2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lense slight damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front and rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear x 2 lower arches corrosion
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUpper n/s and o/s suspension tops creak lock to lock

  7. Pass84,020 miles (+2,775)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,020 miles
    Test number
    814977332589
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper n/s and o/s suspension mounts creaking lock to lock
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass81,245 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,245 miles
    Test number
    816963466306
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront n/s and o/s upper suspension tops slight roughness lock to lock
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  9. Fail81,245 miles (+3,194)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,245 miles
    Test number
    875100372861
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront n/s and o/s upper suspension tops slight roughness lock to lock
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  10. Pass78,051 miles (+2,777)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,051 miles
    Test number
    602608354215
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated x2 (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront n/s and o/s slight roughness upper suspension top bearings
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass75,274 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    75,274 miles
    Test number
    517095357897
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail75,274 miles (+2,236)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,274 miles
    Test number
    253637962706
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass73,038 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,038 miles
    Test number
    475873052403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn to 3mm tread depth
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking badly in treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking badly in treads

  14. Fail73,038 miles (-19,035)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,038 miles
    Test number
    679893850579
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn to 3mm tread depth
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking badly in treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking badly in treads

  15. Pass92,073 miles (+46)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    92,073 miles
    Test number
    608577954351
    • NoteBoth o/s & n/s front brake flexi hoses starting to crack
    • NoteBoth o/s & n/s front brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteBoth rear tyre cracking in treads
    • NoteMileometer doesn't illuminate hard to read
    • NoteSlight play in lower steering column knuckle

  16. Fail92,027 miles (+33,217)7 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,027 miles
    Test number
    238753254302
    • FailureNearside Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth o/s & n/s front brake flexi hoses starting to crack
    • NoteBoth o/s & n/s front brake pipes starting to corrode
    • NoteBoth rear tyre cracking in treads
    • NoteMileometer doesn't illuminate hard to read
    • NoteSlight play in lower steering column knuckle

  17. Pass58,810 miles (-18,409)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,810 miles
    Test number
    945112853323
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  18. Pass77,219 miles (+7,193)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    77,219 miles
    Test number
    687745502307
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass70,026 miles (+8,518)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    70,026 miles
    Test number
    205750421383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Pass61,508 miles (+11,088)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    61,508 miles
    Test number
    570642910367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low, perished, cracked and bald on inside edges
    • NoteNearside front tyre bald on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on inner and outer edges

  21. Pass50,420 miles (+8,575)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    50,420 miles
    Test number
    284825719385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,845 miles (+7,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,845 miles
    Test number
    441824408304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass34,037 miles (+10,104)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    34,037 miles
    Test number
    200455507392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,933 miles
    Test number
    664463606344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 HRZ

Does LR03 HRZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 HRZ expired on 5 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 HRZ?
The MOT on LR03 HRZ expired on 5 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 HRZ done?
LR03 HRZ was recorded at 96,344 miles at its MOT on 28 Dec 2024, an average of 3,987 miles a year.
Has LR03 HRZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 HRZ has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LR03 HRZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 18 Dec 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 HRZ find?
LR03 HRZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s; front direction indicator slightly discoloured x 2, and 6 more.

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