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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,498 cc

LS05 RJVMOT history

LS05 RJV is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 7 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 76,129 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

LS05 RJV black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
76,129 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 RJV
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
2005
First used
7 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 RJV was last recorded at 76,129 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,129 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,129 miles
  • 2025 – 73,513 miles
  • 2024 – 70,658 miles
  • 2023 – 70,574 miles
  • 2022 – 68,740 miles
  • 2021 – 66,548 miles
  • 2020 – 65,653 miles
  • 2019 – 63,059 miles
  • 2018 – 60,068 miles
  • 2017 – 55,829 miles
  • 2016 – 49,080 miles
  • 2015 – 43,768 miles
  • 2014 – 38,411 miles
  • 2013 – 33,481 miles
  • 2012 – 27,952 miles
  • 2011 – 21,654 miles
  • 2010 – 21,625 miles
  • 2009 – 13,884 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,129 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front ind when operated turns wipers onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,129 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    76,129 miles
    Test number
    523499573784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ind when operated turns wipers on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail76,129 miles (+2,616)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,129 miles
    Test number
    435333813946
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ind when operated turns wipers on
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass73,513 miles (+2,855)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    73,513 miles
    Test number
    749431807610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass70,658 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    70,658 miles
    Test number
    386665824271
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail70,658 miles (+84)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,658 miles
    Test number
    408374491769
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,574 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    70,574 miles
    Test number
    347377525588
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Semaphore indicator arm slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail70,574 miles (+1,834)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,574 miles
    Test number
    760913523541
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Semaphore indicator arm slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass68,740 miles (+2,192)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,740 miles
    Test number
    612248633261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass66,548 miles (+895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,548 miles
    Test number
    232275667297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass65,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,653 miles
    Test number
    822878973709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,653 miles (+2,594)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,653 miles
    Test number
    614221803139
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass63,059 miles (+2,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,059 miles
    Test number
    335987332937
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass60,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,068 miles
    Test number
    406755359853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,068 miles (+4,239)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,068 miles
    Test number
    977579196563
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass55,829 miles (+6,749)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,829 miles
    Test number
    573479049992
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel Universal joint (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass49,080 miles (+5,312)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,080 miles
    Test number
    796881841721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,768 miles (+5,357)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    43,768 miles
    Test number
    488222825009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,411 miles (+4,930)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,411 miles
    Test number
    488463824089
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass33,481 miles (+5,529)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    33,481 miles
    Test number
    158990433482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,952 miles (+6,298)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    27,952 miles
    Test number
    167077322041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass21,654 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    21,654 miles
    Test number
    807311021005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,625 miles (+7,741)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    21,625 miles
    Test number
    872931120335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    13,884 miles
    Test number
    840786349135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail13,884 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,884 miles
    Test number
    414306549147
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Questions about LS05 RJV

Does LS05 RJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 RJV is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 RJV?
The MOT on LS05 RJV is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 RJV done?
LS05 RJV was recorded at 76,129 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 3,686 miles a year.
Has LS05 RJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 RJV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 RJV 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 LS05 RJV find?
LS05 RJV passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front ind when operated turns wipers on; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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