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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,498 cc

LR59 VRCMOT history

LR59 VRC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 94,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

LR59 VRC black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
94,460 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR59 VRC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR59 VRC was last recorded at 94,460 miles on 22 May 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,458 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,460 miles
  • 2025 – 92,706 miles
  • 2024 – 91,902 miles
  • 2023 – 91,003 miles
  • 2022 – 90,126 miles
  • 2021 – 89,108 miles
  • 2020 – 83,996 miles
  • 2019 – 80,209 miles
  • 2018 – 75,072 miles
  • 2017 – 68,255 miles
  • 2016 – 62,433 miles
  • 2015 – 52,023 miles
  • 2014 – 40,125 miles
  • 2013 – 26,653 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,460 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Early attension to handbrake performance

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 May 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,460 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    94,460 miles
    Test number
    507637435213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,458 miles (+1,752)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,458 miles
    Test number
    400585281801
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,706 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    92,706 miles
    Test number
    931925058389
    • AdvisoryEarly attension to handbrake performance
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail92,706 miles (+804)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,706 miles
    Test number
    381114577175
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEarly attension to handbrake performance
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass91,902 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,902 miles
    Test number
    703188031746
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Fail91,900 miles (+897)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,900 miles
    Test number
    943048799942
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass91,003 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    91,003 miles
    Test number
    954868539690
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake cable outer cover corroded.

  8. Fail91,003 miles (+877)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,003 miles
    Test number
    859557515949
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake cable outer cover corroded.

  9. Pass90,126 miles (+1,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    90,126 miles
    Test number
    774061813766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass89,108 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    89,108 miles
    Test number
    116931478848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,004 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,004 miles
    Test number
    294529415445
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail87,986 miles (+3,990)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,986 miles
    Test number
    659249568954
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass83,996 miles (+3,787)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,996 miles
    Test number
    818827342348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,209 miles (+5,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    80,209 miles
    Test number
    766065960399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass75,072 miles (+6,817)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,072 miles
    Test number
    814999735054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,255 miles (+5,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,255 miles
    Test number
    559503671131
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass62,433 miles (+10,410)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,433 miles
    Test number
    300662895979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,023 miles (+11,898)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    52,023 miles
    Test number
    985139315145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,125 miles (+13,472)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,125 miles
    Test number
    495684714187
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass26,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    26,653 miles
    Test number
    166591823180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR59 VRC

Does LR59 VRC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR59 VRC is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR59 VRC?
The MOT on LR59 VRC is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR59 VRC done?
LR59 VRC was recorded at 94,460 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 5,193 miles a year.
Has LR59 VRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR59 VRC has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR59 VRC 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 LR59 VRC find?
LR59 VRC passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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