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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,035 cc

LS56 DPVMOT history

LS56 DPV is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 101,592 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2025.

LS56 DPV black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2026
Mileage
101,592 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 DPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,035 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 DPV was last recorded at 101,592 miles on 30 Jul 2025, 12,130 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,462 miles · 1 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
12,130 miles
Average per year
4,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,592 miles
  • 2024 – 89,462 miles
  • 2023 – 76,867 miles
  • 2022 – 67,094 miles
  • 2021 – 66,727 miles
  • 2020 – 64,264 miles
  • 2019 – 60,581 miles
  • 2018 – 57,544 miles
  • 2017 – 54,433 miles
  • 2016 – 51,124 miles
  • 2015 – 48,421 miles
  • 2013 – 42,181 miles
  • 2012 – 36,819 miles
  • 2011 – 31,640 miles
  • 2009 – 23,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,592 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 Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Park Brake Efficiency 18%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Service Brake Efficiency 53%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,592 miles (+12,130)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    101,592 miles
    Test number
    962036692375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,462 miles (+12,595)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    89,462 miles
    Test number
    635905009913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,867 miles
    Test number
    292565753536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,867 miles (+9,773)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,867 miles
    Test number
    640771564035
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate inscription illegible rear (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass67,094 miles (+367)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,094 miles
    Test number
    305067349007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass66,727 miles (+2,463)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,727 miles
    Test number
    206576590765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,264 miles (+3,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    64,264 miles
    Test number
    492068394999
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass60,581 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,581 miles
    Test number
    170720136300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail60,579 miles (+3,035)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,579 miles
    Test number
    273531253119
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass57,544 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,544 miles
    Test number
    544910768705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,544 miles (+3,111)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,544 miles
    Test number
    349034432312
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass54,433 miles (+503)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,433 miles
    Test number
    515911320470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPark Brake Efficiency 18%
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService Brake Efficiency 53%

  13. Fail53,930 miles (+2,806)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,930 miles
    Test number
    955961509281
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPark Brake Efficiency 18%
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService Brake Efficiency 53%

  14. Pass51,124 miles (+2,703)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    51,124 miles
    Test number
    790927683021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,421 miles (+6,240)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,421 miles
    Test number
    949247605059
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre is cracking

  16. Pass42,181 miles (+5,362)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,181 miles
    Test number
    555354033162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,819 miles (+5,179)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    36,819 miles
    Test number
    307966532108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,640 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,640 miles
    Test number
    455100961188
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass31,640 miles (+8,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,640 miles
    Test number
    595250161112
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass23,630 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    23,630 miles
    Test number
    272726889269
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LS56 DPV

Does LS56 DPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 DPV expired on 3 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 DPV?
The MOT on LS56 DPV expired on 3 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 DPV done?
LS56 DPV was recorded at 101,592 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2025, an average of 4,936 miles a year.
Has LS56 DPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 DPV has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LS56 DPV 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 LS56 DPV find?
LS56 DPV passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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