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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,397 cc

LS51 LVWMOT history

LS51 LVW is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 28 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 35 MOT tests, with 101,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

LS51 LVW blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Feb 2027
Mileage
101,687 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
35
22 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 LVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 LVW was last recorded at 101,687 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 74 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,613 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
74 miles
Average per year
3,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,687 miles
  • 2025 – 101,613 miles
  • 2024 – 100,873 miles
  • 2023 – 99,908 miles
  • 2022 – 98,685 miles
  • 2021 – 98,165 miles
  • 2020 – 97,627 miles
  • 2019 – 95,458 miles
  • 2018 – 93,601 miles
  • 2017 – 90,361 miles
  • 2016 – 89,014 miles
  • 2015 – 88,690 miles
  • 2014 – 88,332 miles
  • 2013 – 86,710 miles
  • 2012 – 84,364 miles
  • 2011 – 81,260 miles
  • 2009 – 74,833 miles
  • 2008 – 64,387 miles
  • 2007 – 57,196 miles
  • 2006 – 47,215 miles
  • 2005 – 37,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,687 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust back box deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

35 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    101,687 miles
    Test number
    387947200413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,687 miles (+74)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,687 miles
    Test number
    467035293869
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass101,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,613 miles
    Test number
    295411410809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,613 miles (+740)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,613 miles
    Test number
    810777673404
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass100,873 miles (+965)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,873 miles
    Test number
    122551538455
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  6. Pass99,908 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,908 miles
    Test number
    326184532985
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  7. Fail99,908 miles (+1,223)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,908 miles
    Test number
    856656240929
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  8. Pass98,685 miles (+520)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    98,685 miles
    Test number
    859488016977
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Nearside & Offside (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Nearside & Offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass98,165 miles (+538)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,165 miles
    Test number
    790664724854
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass97,627 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,627 miles
    Test number
    939323498901
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorarted
    • AdvisorySteering column knocking

  11. Fail97,626 miles (+2,168)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,626 miles
    Test number
    401524678041
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorarted
    • AdvisorySteering column knocking

  12. Pass95,458 miles (+1,857)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,458 miles
    Test number
    535191700722
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tire perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated

  13. Pass93,601 miles (+3,240)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    93,601 miles
    Test number
    397546358815
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tire perishing
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  14. Pass90,361 miles (+1,347)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    90,361 miles
    Test number
    113114074983

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    89,014 miles
    Test number
    426024898102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail89,012 miles (+322)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,012 miles
    Test number
    281959939991
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

  17. Fail88,690 miles5 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,690 miles
    Test number
    398678235076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  18. Pass88,690 miles (+358)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    88,690 miles
    Test number
    889658335067
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  19. Pass88,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    88,332 miles
    Test number
    745972804002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    879402104052
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass86,710 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    86,710 miles
    Test number
    397452003087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCheck engine w/l on

  22. Fail86,710 miles (+2,346)1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,710 miles
    Test number
    778512403067
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCheck engine w/l on

  23. Pass84,364 miles (+3,104)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    84,364 miles
    Test number
    555505002036
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Fail81,260 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,260 miles
    Test number
    317327901070
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering column

  25. Pass81,260 miles (+6,427)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    81,260 miles
    Test number
    897177801057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in steering column

  26. Pass74,833 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    74,833 miles
    Test number
    320601059318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail74,712 miles (+10,325)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,712 miles
    Test number
    652626749362
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass64,387 miles (+7,191)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    64,387 miles
    Test number
    824560918223
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll of under side of vehcile covered by plastic guards

  29. Pass57,196 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,196 miles
    Test number
    484954567215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer sidewall has small cuts.

  30. Fail57,196 miles (+9,981)3 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,196 miles
    Test number
    844054567234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f tyre outer sidewall has small cuts.

  31. Pass47,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,215 miles
    Test number
    334315366202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail47,215 miles (+9,949)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,215 miles
    Test number
    441045766221
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  33. Pass37,266 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    37,266 miles
    Test number
    643560075271
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  34. Pass37,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    37,266 miles
    Test number
    120480775288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail37,266 miles3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,266 miles
    Test number
    152260875299
    • DangerousFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LS51 LVW

Does LS51 LVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 LVW is valid until 6 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 LVW?
The MOT on LS51 LVW is valid until 6 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 LVW done?
LS51 LVW was recorded at 101,687 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 3,166 miles a year.
Has LS51 LVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 LVW has failed 13 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS51 LVW 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 LS51 LVW find?
LS51 LVW passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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