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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,699 cc

LS05 VLWMOT history

LS05 VLW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 16 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 72,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2023.

LS05 VLW blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2024
Mileage
72,085 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2023
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 VLW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,699 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 VLW was last recorded at 72,085 miles on 24 Oct 2023, 4,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
67,767 miles · 1 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
4,318 miles
Average per year
2,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,085 miles
  • 2022 – 67,767 miles
  • 2021 – 65,016 miles
  • 2020 – 64,115 miles
  • 2019 – 60,525 miles
  • 2018 – 55,183 miles
  • 2017 – 52,161 miles
  • 2016 – 50,653 miles
  • 2015 – 49,264 miles
  • 2014 – 47,626 miles
  • 2013 – 45,529 miles
  • 2012 – 44,412 miles
  • 2011 – 43,454 miles
  • 2010 – 40,840 miles
  • 2009 – 36,670 miles
  • 2008 – 28,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,085 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,085 miles (+4,318)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,085 miles
    Test number
    279114444475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass67,767 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,767 miles
    Test number
    398676854499
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail67,767 miles (+2,751)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,767 miles
    Test number
    140183873890
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass65,016 miles (+901)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,016 miles
    Test number
    886350050386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass64,115 miles (+3,590)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,115 miles
    Test number
    844299869494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass60,525 miles (+5,342)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    60,525 miles
    Test number
    336941203760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,183 miles (+3,022)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,183 miles
    Test number
    277740666003
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass52,161 miles (+1,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    52,161 miles
    Test number
    588028070284
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass50,653 miles (+1,389)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    50,653 miles
    Test number
    149490691340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,264 miles (+1,638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,264 miles
    Test number
    819072085149
    • NoteN/s side repeater slightly damaged.

  11. Pass47,626 miles (+2,097)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    47,626 miles
    Test number
    988832374150
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass45,529 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    328775843140
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high

  13. Fail45,529 miles (+1,117)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    426055343190
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteHandbrake travel high

  14. Pass44,412 miles (+958)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,412 miles
    Test number
    856744552156
    • NoteNearside rear disc corroded
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracked on side wall

  15. Pass43,454 miles (+2,614)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    43,454 miles
    Test number
    489061271174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,840 miles (+4,170)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    40,840 miles
    Test number
    364486270116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,670 miles (+7,834)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,670 miles
    Test number
    990891949147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,836 miles
    Test number
    133783468180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 VLW

Does LS05 VLW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS05 VLW expired on 23 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS05 VLW?
The MOT on LS05 VLW expired on 23 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS05 VLW done?
LS05 VLW was recorded at 72,085 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2023, an average of 2,814 miles a year.
Has LS05 VLW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 VLW has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LS05 VLW 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 VLW find?
LS05 VLW passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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