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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,397 cc

LS02 ALOMOT history

LS02 ALO is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 28 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 86,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

LS02 ALO silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2023
Mileage
86,478 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2018
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 ALO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 ALO was last recorded at 86,478 miles on 14 Aug 2018, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,475 miles · 9 Aug 2018
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2018 – 86,478 miles
  • 2017 – 83,014 miles
  • 2016 – 81,322 miles
  • 2015 – 75,512 miles
  • 2014 – 72,289 miles
  • 2013 – 65,511 miles
  • 2012 – 57,778 miles
  • 2011 – 45,454 miles
  • 2010 – 33,884 miles
  • 2009 – 24,069 miles
  • 2008 – 20,403 miles
  • 2007 – 19,544 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm forward bushes are slightly deteriorated
  • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded on o/s but not excessiveRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded and coming awayRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/f door and o/s/r wheel archRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Paint peeling and surface corrosion to n/s/r coil spring

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Both front lower arm forward bushes slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    900519362966
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm forward bushes are slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded on o/s but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded and coming away
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/f door and o/s/r wheel arch

  2. PassMileage not read10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    454486737952
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded on o/s but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm forward bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded and coming away
    • AdvisoryPaint peeling and surface corrosion to n/s/r coil spring
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/f door and o/s/r wheel arch

  3. FailMileage not read3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    105257904041
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded on o/s but not excessive
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm forward bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded and coming away
    • AdvisoryPaint peeling and surface corrosion to n/s/r coil spring
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/f door and o/s/r wheel arch

  4. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    575276198639
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both front links have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is badly perished and has splits on both sidewalls

  5. FailMileage not read3 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    712455993038
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished and tread lumpy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is badly perished and has splits on both sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre badly corroded, splits in outer sidewall and has two nails in the tyre

  6. PassMileage not read1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    548177200655
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split around inner clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre stress cracked on outer edge of tread
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm forward bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/r tyres slightly stress cracked
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded/poor condition
    • AdvisoryPaint peeling and surface corrosion to n/s/r coil spring
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/r wheel arch
    • AdvisoryVacuum pipe broken on n/s of cylinder - for secondary air

  7. FailMileage not read4 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    977024929375
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s of front subframe - next to o/s/f lower arm forward bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated split around inner clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre stress cracked on outer edge of tread
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm forward bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s/r tyres slightly stress cracked
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded/poor condition
    • AdvisoryPaint peeling and surface corrosion to n/s/r coil spring
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/r wheel arch
    • AdvisoryVacuum pipe broken on n/s of cylinder - for secondary air

  8. Pass86,478 miles (+3)1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,478 miles
    Test number
    297120836226
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting around inner clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm forward bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly stress cracked on outer edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOdometer display starting to fail but still readable
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryPaint peeling and surface corrosion to n/s/r coil spring
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from auto gearbox sump seal
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s of front subframe

  9. Fail86,475 miles (+3,461)3 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,475 miles
    Test number
    923438189946
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring mounting fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated splitting around inner clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm forward bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly stress cracked on outer edge of tread
    • AdvisoryOdometer display starting to fail but still readable
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryPaint peeling and surface corrosion to n/s/r coil spring
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from auto gearbox sump seal
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s of front subframe

  10. Pass83,014 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,014 miles
    Test number
    341574613572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm forward bushes slightly stress cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly stress cracked on outer edge of tread
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak to auto gearbox sump
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both rear wheel arches

  11. Fail83,012 miles (+1,690)1 failure2 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,012 miles
    Test number
    639203791875
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported tailpipe mounting clamp corroded through (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm forward bushes slightly stress cracked
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly stress cracked on outer edge of tread
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak to auto gearbox sump
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both rear wheel arches

  12. Pass81,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    81,322 miles
    Test number
    609764461896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail81,322 miles (+5,810)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,322 miles
    Test number
    357496936666
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass75,512 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,512 miles
    Test number
    125087085040
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management light active

  15. Fail75,512 miles (+3,223)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,512 miles
    Test number
    836106385004
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management light active

  16. Pass72,289 miles (+6,778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    72,289 miles
    Test number
    896200894039
    • 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)

  17. Pass65,511 miles (+7,733)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    65,511 miles
    Test number
    157772793013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,778 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    57,778 miles
    Test number
    559604692064
    • 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)

  19. Fail57,775 miles (+12,321)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,775 miles
    Test number
    325214292006
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  20. Pass45,454 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,454 miles
    Test number
    269446621080
    • 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)

  21. Fail45,454 miles (+11,570)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,454 miles
    Test number
    846851021045
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  22. Pass33,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    33,884 miles
    Test number
    163828220024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,884 miles (+9,815)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,884 miles
    Test number
    391661320052
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass24,069 miles (+3,666)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,069 miles
    Test number
    983043379048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,403 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,403 miles
    Test number
    640312788056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,544 miles
    Test number
    103395187072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 ALO

Does LS02 ALO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 ALO expired on 22 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 ALO?
The MOT on LS02 ALO expired on 22 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 ALO done?
LS02 ALO was recorded at 86,478 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2018, an average of 5,878 miles a year.
Has LS02 ALO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 ALO has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LS02 ALO 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 LS02 ALO find?
LS02 ALO passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 9 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted on inner edge; offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 6 more.

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