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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,699 cc

LS55 BSUMOT history

LS55 BSU is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 21 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,623 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

LS55 BSU grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2026
Mileage
129,623 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,479 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 BSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,699 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 BSU was last recorded at 129,623 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 4,454 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,169 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,454 miles
Average per year
5,479 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,623 miles
  • 2024 – 125,169 miles
  • 2023 – 122,140 miles
  • 2022 – 115,599 miles
  • 2021 – 110,562 miles
  • 2020 – 102,722 miles
  • 2019 – 93,558 miles
  • 2018 – 84,904 miles
  • 2017 – 76,493 miles
  • 2016 – 73,708 miles
  • 2015 – 69,712 miles
  • 2014 – 69,184 miles
  • 2013 – 66,332 miles
  • 2012 – 63,007 miles
  • 2011 – 58,850 miles
  • 2010 – 54,651 miles
  • 2009 – 49,524 miles
  • 2008 – 37,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,623 miles

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,623 miles (+4,454)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    129,623 miles
    Test number
    653048662611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass125,169 miles (+3,029)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    125,169 miles
    Test number
    117069131733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass122,140 miles (+6,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    122,140 miles
    Test number
    556976442109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass115,599 miles (+5,037)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    115,599 miles
    Test number
    447170633799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,562 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    110,562 miles
    Test number
    443692000338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,229 miles (+7,507)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,229 miles
    Test number
    983577570278
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass102,722 miles (+9,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,722 miles
    Test number
    313836948953
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass93,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    93,558 miles
    Test number
    332069574456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,553 miles (+8,649)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,553 miles
    Test number
    427482782392
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass84,904 miles (+8,411)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    84,904 miles
    Test number
    857522910991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    76,493 miles
    Test number
    621836455549
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail76,493 miles (+2,785)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,493 miles
    Test number
    949920101487
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass73,708 miles (+3,996)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    73,708 miles
    Test number
    358578936987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,712 miles (+528)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,712 miles
    Test number
    566189645082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,184 miles (+2,852)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,184 miles
    Test number
    829185644351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,332 miles (+3,325)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    66,332 miles
    Test number
    306737633365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs are corroded

  17. Pass63,007 miles (+4,157)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    63,007 miles
    Test number
    228219942331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,850 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,850 miles
    Test number
    346301441303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail58,850 miles (+4,199)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,850 miles
    Test number
    689829431363
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass54,651 miles (+5,127)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    54,651 miles
    Test number
    773399540340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear brake discs deteriorated

  21. Fail49,524 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,524 miles
    Test number
    300252449399
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass49,524 miles (+11,759)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    49,524 miles
    Test number
    614732249350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,765 miles
    Test number
    930111758380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,764 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,764 miles
    Test number
    764281358389
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about LS55 BSU

Does LS55 BSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 BSU expired on 21 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 BSU?
The MOT on LS55 BSU expired on 21 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 BSU done?
LS55 BSU was recorded at 129,623 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 5,479 miles a year.
Has LS55 BSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 BSU has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LS55 BSU 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 LS55 BSU find?
LS55 BSU passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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