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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,498 cc

LS05 RKUMOT history

LS05 RKU is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 14 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 59,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

LS05 RKU silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
59,887 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,249 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 RKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 RKU was last recorded at 59,887 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 1,470 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Feb 2009: 13,672 miles, lower than 19,812 miles on 22 May 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
58,417 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,470 miles
Average per year
2,249 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,887 miles
  • 2025 – 58,417 miles
  • 2024 – 56,661 miles
  • 2023 – 55,541 miles
  • 2022 – 54,841 miles
  • 2021 – 53,995 miles
  • 2020 – 52,926 miles
  • 2019 – 51,849 miles
  • 2018 – 49,206 miles
  • 2017 – 46,650 miles
  • 2016 – 43,630 miles
  • 2015 – 41,497 miles
  • 2014 – 38,098 miles
  • 2013 – 34,228 miles
  • 2012 – 29,273 miles
  • 2011 – 25,087 miles
  • 2010 – 20,381 miles
  • 2009 – 13,672 miles
  • 2008 – 19,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,887 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,887 miles (+1,470)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    59,887 miles
    Test number
    556075233280
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass58,417 miles (+1,756)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    58,417 miles
    Test number
    797557247337
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass56,661 miles (+1,120)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    56,661 miles
    Test number
    567728410794
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass55,541 miles (+700)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    55,541 miles
    Test number
    493298928192
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread on 3mm, minimum is 1.6mm...

  5. Pass54,841 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    54,841 miles
    Test number
    502427421560
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail54,841 miles (+846)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,841 miles
    Test number
    982224111859
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass53,995 miles (+1,069)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    53,995 miles
    Test number
    968937132796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,926 miles (+1,077)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    52,926 miles
    Test number
    369960287079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,849 miles (+2,643)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    51,849 miles
    Test number
    926370696491
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass49,206 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,206 miles
    Test number
    736667439577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass46,650 miles (+3,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    46,650 miles
    Test number
    682385110549
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass43,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    43,630 miles
    Test number
    436182539663
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail43,630 miles (+2,133)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,630 miles
    Test number
    385151110492
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Fail41,497 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,497 miles
    Test number
    725700545069
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread on 3mm...

  15. Pass41,497 miles (+3,399)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,497 miles
    Test number
    728490545084
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread on 3mm...

  16. Pass38,098 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,098 miles
    Test number
    648523944034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,228 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,228 miles
    Test number
    576427833001
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOff-side front tyre wearing on the inside edge

  18. Pass34,228 miles (+4,955)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    34,228 miles
    Test number
    689397433039
    • NoteOff-side front tyre wearing on the inside edge

  19. Pass29,273 miles (+4,186)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    29,273 miles
    Test number
    187335722411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,087 miles (+4,706)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    25,087 miles
    Test number
    848165631095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,381 miles (+1,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    20,381 miles
    Test number
    154333650462
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail19,351 miles (+5,679)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,351 miles
    Test number
    191143530098
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass13,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    13,672 miles
    Test number
    863965559086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail13,672 miles (-6,140)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,672 miles
    Test number
    553188349075
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  25. Pass19,812 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,812 miles
    Test number
    151233448175
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail19,812 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,812 miles
    Test number
    761283948112
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS05 RKU

Does LS05 RKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 RKU is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 RKU?
The MOT on LS05 RKU is valid until 10 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 RKU done?
LS05 RKU was recorded at 59,887 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 2,249 miles a year.
Has LS05 RKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 RKU has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS05 RKU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS05 RKU find?
LS05 RKU passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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