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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,699 cc

LS55 EPCMOT history

LS55 EPC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 5 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 139,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

LS55 EPC silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
139,607 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 EPC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,699 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 EPC was last recorded at 139,607 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 2,155 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,452 miles · 26 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,155 miles
Average per year
6,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,607 miles
  • 2025 – 137,452 miles
  • 2024 – 135,406 miles
  • 2023 – 133,176 miles
  • 2022 – 131,080 miles
  • 2020 – 120,952 miles
  • 2019 – 117,870 miles
  • 2018 – 114,476 miles
  • 2017 – 110,832 miles
  • 2016 – 107,422 miles
  • 2015 – 101,881 miles
  • 2014 – 98,182 miles
  • 2013 – 91,855 miles
  • 2012 – 90,587 miles
  • 2011 – 74,479 miles
  • 2010 – 55,400 miles
  • 2009 – 38,962 miles
  • 2008 – 23,590 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims poor - headlamps deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tie rod slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Front and rear pads on limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Drivers seatbelt slow to retract

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Management light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Body damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    172578792925
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims poor - headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tie rod slight play
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded

  2. Fail139,607 miles (+2,155)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,607 miles
    Test number
    145013591272
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working LED (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tie rod slight play
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers corroded

  3. Pass137,452 miles (+2,046)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    137,452 miles
    Test number
    734636818819
    • AdvisoryAll brake hoses cracking
    • AdvisoryBoth beam patterns weak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on limits on edges
    • AdvisorySlight play os rack

  4. Pass135,406 miles (+2,230)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    135,406 miles
    Test number
    175907775060
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims poor
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck very corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass133,176 miles (+2,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    133,176 miles
    Test number
    972459470632
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre worn on edge

  6. Pass131,080 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    131,080 miles
    Test number
    580302910691
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps poor
    • AdvisoryN/s windscreen cracked

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    823410346931
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp poor

  8. Pass120,952 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    120,952 miles
    Test number
    764810565057
    • AdvisoryFront and rear pads on limit

  9. Fail120,943 miles (+3,073)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,943 miles
    Test number
    679356872845
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear pads on limit

  10. Pass117,870 miles (+3,394)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    117,870 miles
    Test number
    108860809846
    • AdvisoryPads low

  11. Pass114,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    114,476 miles
    Test number
    352806279189
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  12. Fail114,476 miles (+3,644)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,476 miles
    Test number
    794151101474
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  13. Pass110,832 miles (+3,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    110,832 miles
    Test number
    245515183361
    • AdvisoryRear pads low .man/light on

  14. Pass107,422 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    107,422 miles
    Test number
    642413403306
    • AdvisoryDrivers seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryManagement light on
    • AdvisoryBody damage

  15. Fail107,420 miles (+5,539)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,420 miles
    Test number
    612857781867
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seatbelt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryManagement light on
    • AdvisoryBody damage

  16. Pass101,881 miles (+3,699)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    101,881 miles
    Test number
    207044545009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,182 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    98,182 miles
    Test number
    688969044068
    • NoteScreen cracked outside area

  18. Fail98,182 miles (+6,327)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,182 miles
    Test number
    398654744086
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteScreen cracked outside area

  19. Pass91,855 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    91,855 miles
    Test number
    106182343442
    • NoteFront tyres on limit screen chipped o/s inner rack play on limit airbag light on

  20. Fail91,855 miles (+1,268)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,855 miles
    Test number
    495652443044
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront tyres on limit screen chipped o/s inner rack play on limit airbag light on

  21. Fail90,587 miles (+16,108)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,587 miles
    Test number
    258242962312
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteO/s inner rack slight play o/s/f tyre on limit screen chipped on limit air bag light on

  22. Pass74,479 miles (+19,079)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,479 miles
    Test number
    305604961363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,400 miles (+16,438)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    55,400 miles
    Test number
    382484760372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,962 miles (+15,372)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    38,962 miles
    Test number
    733819749300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail23,590 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,590 miles
    Test number
    340921158362
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass23,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    23,590 miles
    Test number
    670931058397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 EPC

Does LS55 EPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 EPC is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 EPC?
The MOT on LS55 EPC is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 EPC done?
LS55 EPC was recorded at 139,607 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 6,597 miles a year.
Has LS55 EPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 EPC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 EPC 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 EPC find?
LS55 EPC passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; both headlamp aims poor - headlamps deteriorated; offside front tie rod slight play, and 1 more.

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