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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,461 cc

LR63 BYSMOT history

LR63 BYS is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 20 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 132,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

LR63 BYS black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
132,514 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR63 BYS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR63 BYS was last recorded at 132,514 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 12,159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,355 miles · 4 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
12,159 miles
Average per year
11,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,514 miles
  • 2024 – 120,355 miles
  • 2023 – 104,137 miles
  • 2022 – 92,839 miles
  • 2021 – 75,129 miles
  • 2020 – 63,534 miles
  • 2019 – 54,722 miles
  • 2018 – 49,211 miles
  • 2016 – 28,072 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,514 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 ZR17 Tread 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 ZR17 Tread 1.9mm Bald on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner - 225/45x17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 31 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,514 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    132,514 miles
    Test number
    863384220084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 ZR17 Tread 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 ZR17 Tread 1.9mm Bald on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail132,514 miles (+12,159)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,514 miles
    Test number
    574912712213
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 ZR17 Tread 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 ZR17 Tread 1.9mm Bald on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass120,355 miles (+1,190)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    120,355 miles
    Test number
    135077848821
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail119,165 miles (+15,028)2 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,165 miles
    Test number
    278243127336
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass104,137 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    104,137 miles
    Test number
    908027495684
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner - 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail104,137 miles (+11,298)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,137 miles
    Test number
    355836918466
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner - 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass92,839 miles (+54)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,839 miles
    Test number
    627361181001
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  8. Fail92,785 miles (+17,656)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,785 miles
    Test number
    825027689326
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass75,129 miles (+11,595)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,129 miles
    Test number
    114979557202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,534 miles (+6,540)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,534 miles
    Test number
    455284802390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,994 miles (+2,272)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,994 miles
    Test number
    502578429341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,722 miles (+5,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,722 miles
    Test number
    383505757812
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  13. Pass49,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    49,211 miles
    Test number
    521746653841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,222 km
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,222 km
    Test number
    906489511142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,222 km1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,222 km
    Test number
    546664687208
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  16. Pass28,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    28,072 miles
    Test number
    416023544470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut on sidewall

Questions about LR63 BYS

Does LR63 BYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR63 BYS is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR63 BYS?
The MOT on LR63 BYS is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR63 BYS done?
LR63 BYS was recorded at 132,514 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 11,705 miles a year.
Has LR63 BYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR63 BYS has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR63 BYS 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 LR63 BYS find?
LR63 BYS passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45 zr17 tread 2.4mm; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 2 more.

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