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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,992 cc

LR05 ECAMOT history

LR05 ECA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 24 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 149,604 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2023.

LR05 ECA black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2024
Mileage
149,604 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 ECA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,992 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 ECA was last recorded at 149,604 miles on 21 Feb 2023, 1,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,108 miles · 24 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
1,496 miles
Average per year
7,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 149,604 miles
  • 2022 – 148,108 miles
  • 2021 – 147,260 miles
  • 2020 – 146,610 miles
  • 2019 – 142,838 miles
  • 2018 – 136,162 miles
  • 2017 – 129,714 miles
  • 2016 – 124,992 miles
  • 2015 – 112,226 miles
  • 2014 – 99,251 miles
  • 2013 – 87,519 miles
  • 2012 – 77,186 miles
  • 2011 – 64,806 miles
  • 2010 – 54,317 miles
  • 2009 – 42,170 miles
  • 2008 – 32,534 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,604 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Full underbody covers / trays fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,604 miles (+1,496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    149,604 miles
    Test number
    342416677750
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,108 miles (+848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    148,108 miles
    Test number
    355528910275
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass147,260 miles (+650)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    147,260 miles
    Test number
    167958754495
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside rear tyres are slightly deteriorated on outersidewalls
    • AdvisoryNoise from vehicle drive belt pulley/engine unit
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner thread edge is unevenly worn
    • AdvisorySlight noise from the front suspension/steering system when the vehicle is driven but nothing obvious was found during the mot inspection
    • AdvisorySlight smear from the front wiper blades

  4. Pass146,610 miles (+3,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    146,610 miles
    Test number
    160165478527
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass142,838 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    142,838 miles
    Test number
    498185699690
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  6. Fail142,838 miles (+6,676)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,838 miles
    Test number
    637125311513
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  7. Pass136,162 miles (+6,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    136,162 miles
    Test number
    457211047205
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  8. Pass129,714 miles (+4,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    129,714 miles
    Test number
    893388632792
    • AdvisoryFront tyre inner edges worn

  9. Pass124,992 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    124,992 miles
    Test number
    354281173169
    • AdvisoryFull underbody covers / trays fitted at time of test

  10. Fail124,989 miles (+12,763)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,989 miles
    Test number
    243884305812
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine 3.78,1/m (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFull underbody covers / trays fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryRattling noise from engine area

  11. Pass112,226 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    112,226 miles
    Test number
    196825315488
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail112,226 miles (+12,975)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,226 miles
    Test number
    855404415075
    • 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)
    • NoteClicking noise offside rear

  13. Pass99,251 miles (+11,732)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,251 miles
    Test number
    395759004026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass87,519 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,519 miles
    Test number
    467678603054
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail87,519 miles (+10,333)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,519 miles
    Test number
    898568603049
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass77,186 miles (+12,380)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,186 miles
    Test number
    778654002069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    64,806 miles
    Test number
    976022911076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,806 miles (+10,489)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,806 miles
    Test number
    109552711056
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,317 miles
    Test number
    124939610090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,317 miles (+12,147)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,317 miles
    Test number
    282978010018
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass42,170 miles (+9,636)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    42,170 miles
    Test number
    160873519060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,534 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,534 miles
    Test number
    392782428094
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass32,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    32,534 miles
    Test number
    613482928067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 ECA

Does LR05 ECA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 ECA expired on 26 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 ECA?
The MOT on LR05 ECA expired on 26 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 ECA done?
LR05 ECA was recorded at 149,604 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2023, an average of 7,762 miles a year.
Has LR05 ECA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 ECA has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2019.
Has the mileage on LR05 ECA 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 LR05 ECA find?
LR05 ECA passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2023 with 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both; oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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