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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LR03 HYLMOT history

LR03 HYL is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 13 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 78,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

LR03 HYL blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2024
Mileage
78,353 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 HYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 HYL was last recorded at 78,353 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,346 miles · 18 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 78,353 miles
  • 2022 – 73,359 miles
  • 2021 – 67,920 miles
  • 2020 – 64,231 miles
  • 2019 – 64,048 miles
  • 2018 – 62,719 miles
  • 2017 – 59,986 miles
  • 2016 – 57,338 miles
  • 2015 – 53,931 miles
  • 2014 – 50,114 miles
  • 2013 – 44,959 miles
  • 2012 – 41,878 miles
  • 2011 – 38,510 miles
  • 2010 – 36,859 miles
  • 2009 – 32,705 miles
  • 2008 – 30,680 miles
  • 2007 – 28,246 miles
  • 2006 – 19,967 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,353 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play AND INNER TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play AND INNER TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE WEAR + 2.0MM (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,353 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    78,353 miles
    Test number
    350233264264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play AND INNER TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play AND INNER TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE WEAR + 2.0MM (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail78,346 miles (+4,987)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,346 miles
    Test number
    534668308216
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken BROKEN (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play AND INNER TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play AND INNER TIE ROD (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE WEAR + 2.0MM (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass73,359 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,359 miles
    Test number
    308592968734
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill Corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill Corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail73,359 miles (+5,439)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,359 miles
    Test number
    308888468885
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill Corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner Sill Corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass67,920 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,920 miles
    Test number
    991000830181
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sill panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted

  6. Fail67,920 miles (+3,689)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,920 miles
    Test number
    249436737683
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sill panels (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted

  7. Pass64,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,231 miles
    Test number
    246281339208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,231 miles (+183)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,231 miles
    Test number
    724815339718
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass64,048 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,048 miles
    Test number
    674225541787
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. Fail64,048 miles (+1,329)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,048 miles
    Test number
    984114862377
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  11. Pass62,719 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    62,719 miles
    Test number
    113679137963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,986 miles (+2,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,986 miles
    Test number
    397202366068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass57,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    57,338 miles
    Test number
    310985517788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,338 miles (+3,407)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,338 miles
    Test number
    902415712562
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass53,931 miles (+3,817)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    53,931 miles
    Test number
    840704004452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,114 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    50,114 miles
    Test number
    297535804256
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail50,114 miles (+5,155)3 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,114 miles
    Test number
    329022004464
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass44,959 miles (+3,081)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,959 miles
    Test number
    156123303260
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail41,878 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,878 miles
    Test number
    247439292400
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass41,878 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,878 miles
    Test number
    749269992184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,510 miles (+1,651)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,510 miles
    Test number
    617363201261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,859 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,859 miles
    Test number
    323652900484
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls perished

  23. Pass36,859 miles (+4,154)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    36,859 miles
    Test number
    581532800219
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres side walls perished

  24. Pass32,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,705 miles
    Test number
    683912409211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail32,705 miles (+2,025)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,705 miles
    Test number
    992252109261
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Pass30,680 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,680 miles
    Test number
    891556208248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,246 miles
    Test number
    494071107225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,246 miles (+8,279)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,246 miles
    Test number
    432039797181
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

  29. Pass19,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,967 miles
    Test number
    853878066058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 HYL

Does LR03 HYL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 HYL expired on 24 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 HYL?
The MOT on LR03 HYL expired on 24 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 HYL done?
LR03 HYL was recorded at 78,353 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 3,344 miles a year.
Has LR03 HYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 HYL has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LR03 HYL 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 LR03 HYL find?
LR03 HYL passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play and inner tie rod; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play and inner tie rod; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear + 2.0mm.

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