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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,498 cc

LS09 YDCMOT history

LS09 YDC is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 21 Jul 2009. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2022 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 147,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2022.

LS09 YDC black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2022
Mileage
147,823 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 YDC
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
2009
First used
21 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS09 YDC was last recorded at 147,823 miles on 28 Sept 2022, 5,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,169 miles · 4 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,654 miles
Average per year
11,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,823 miles
  • 2021 – 142,169 miles
  • 2020 – 136,177 miles
  • 2019 – 130,370 miles
  • 2018 – 120,297 miles
  • 2017 – 108,371 miles
  • 2016 – 99,629 miles
  • 2015 – 90,802 miles
  • 2014 – 79,196 miles
  • 2013 – 59,212 miles
  • 2012 – 35,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,823 miles
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded on both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoot handle loose

What MOT failures 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.

  • Driver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Stickers on nearside of windscreen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Gearbox mounting defective Banging under load

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Evidence of overheating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,823 miles (+5,654)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,823 miles
    Test number
    762785980008
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded on both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot handle loose

  2. Pass142,169 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    142,169 miles
    Test number
    562521415434
    • MinorDriver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Stickers on nearside of windscreen (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective Banging under load
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Evidence of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail142,168 miles (+5,991)7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,168 miles
    Test number
    172401992131
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement Parking brake slow to operate and release (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side Lazy operation (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorDriver's view to the sides outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction Stickers on nearside of windscreen (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective Banging under load
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Evidence of overheating (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass136,177 miles (+5,807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,177 miles
    Test number
    581669641859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass130,370 miles (+10,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    130,370 miles
    Test number
    564458529785
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass120,297 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    120,297 miles
    Test number
    301779052594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail120,279 miles (+11,908)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,279 miles
    Test number
    417300073997
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass108,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    108,371 miles
    Test number
    279944329663
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  9. Fail108,352 miles (+8,723)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,352 miles
    Test number
    229266114623
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  10. Pass99,629 miles (+1,049)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    99,629 miles
    Test number
    750952117351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,580 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,580 miles
    Test number
    624562129786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking between treads and sidewalls
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail98,580 miles (+7,778)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,580 miles
    Test number
    459857955175
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking between treads and sidewalls
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass90,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    90,802 miles
    Test number
    765659285124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail90,802 miles (+11,606)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,802 miles
    Test number
    648357785126
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass79,196 miles (+19,984)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,196 miles
    Test number
    358725174158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass59,212 miles (+24,152)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,212 miles
    Test number
    497993983173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,060 miles
    Test number
    935321892178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 YDC

Does LS09 YDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 YDC expired on 3 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 YDC?
The MOT on LS09 YDC expired on 3 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 YDC done?
LS09 YDC was recorded at 147,823 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2022, an average of 11,033 miles a year.
Has LS09 YDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 YDC has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LS09 YDC 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 LS09 YDC find?
LS09 YDC failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2022 with 3 major defects and 8 advisories: bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; central rear suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened; engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement, and 8 more.

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