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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LR51 SYCMOT history

LR51 SYC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 22 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,637 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jul 2023.

LR51 SYC silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Jul 2024
Mileage
108,637 mi
At MOT on 26 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR51 SYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR51 SYC was last recorded at 108,637 miles on 26 Jul 2023, 17,372 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,265 miles · 12 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
17,372 miles
Average per year
4,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,637 miles
  • 2022 – 91,265 miles
  • 2021 – 79,590 miles
  • 2020 – 72,720 miles
  • 2019 – 68,213 miles
  • 2018 – 62,723 miles
  • 2017 – 58,571 miles
  • 2016 – 53,673 miles
  • 2015 – 47,980 miles
  • 2011 – 45,729 miles
  • 2010 – 43,043 miles
  • 2009 – 39,969 miles
  • 2008 – 37,009 miles
  • 2007 – 34,008 miles
  • 2006 – 30,645 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,637 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted Two dents in the inner rim.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Upper Both front upper suspension mounting bearings are noisy.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim dented. (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,637 miles (+17,372)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    108,637 miles
    Test number
    281445678805
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass91,265 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    91,265 miles
    Test number
    694268447198
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail91,265 miles (+11,675)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,265 miles
    Test number
    954988624760
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass79,590 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,590 miles
    Test number
    361175269192
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail79,590 miles (+6,870)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,590 miles
    Test number
    552535364370
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass72,720 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,720 miles
    Test number
    192834802007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Two dents in the inner rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail72,714 miles (+4,501)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,714 miles
    Test number
    798875028428
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn The front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Two dents in the inner rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn down to 1.70 mm tread depth. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass68,213 miles (+5,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    68,213 miles
    Test number
    153768349048
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim dented. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass62,723 miles (+4,152)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    62,723 miles
    Test number
    702121320491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Two dents in the inner rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  10. Pass58,571 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,571 miles
    Test number
    214347682702
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Both front upper suspension mounting bearings are noisy.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim dented. (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail58,567 miles (+4,894)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,567 miles
    Test number
    508508761202
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front. (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded The pipe going to the flexible hose. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Both front upper suspension mounting bearings are noisy.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim Inner rim dented. (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass53,673 miles (+5,693)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    53,673 miles
    Test number
    254913142531
    • AdvisoryBoth front suspension top mounting bearings are noisy.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass47,980 miles (+2,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    47,980 miles
    Test number
    225618395179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass45,729 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,729 miles
    Test number
    276517951283
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low in centre of tyre

  15. Fail45,729 miles (+2,686)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,729 miles
    Test number
    389517351242
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres low in centre of tyre

  16. Pass43,043 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,043 miles
    Test number
    583211350297
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracked

  17. Fail43,043 miles (+3,074)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,043 miles
    Test number
    281361850246
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre cracked

  18. Pass39,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,969 miles
    Test number
    302880569458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,969 miles (+2,960)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,969 miles
    Test number
    203839559275
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass37,009 miles (+3,001)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,009 miles
    Test number
    661600068287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,008 miles (+3,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,008 miles
    Test number
    911954357222
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass30,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    30,645 miles
    Test number
    412745156230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR51 SYC

Does LR51 SYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR51 SYC expired on 25 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR51 SYC?
The MOT on LR51 SYC expired on 25 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR51 SYC done?
LR51 SYC was recorded at 108,637 miles at its MOT on 26 Jul 2023, an average of 4,624 miles a year.
Has LR51 SYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR51 SYC has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LR51 SYC 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 LR51 SYC find?
LR51 SYC passed its latest MOT on 26 Jul 2023 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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