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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,498 cc

LS59 SPXMOT history

LS59 SPX is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

LS59 SPX silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
87,198 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 SPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 SPX was last recorded at 87,198 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2020: 71,274 miles, lower than 109,802 miles on 2 Oct 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
86,840 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
358 miles
Average per year
5,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,198 miles
  • 2024 – 86,840 miles
  • 2023 – 81,290 miles
  • 2022 – 77,169 miles
  • 2021 – 73,317 miles
  • 2020 – 71,274 miles
  • 2019 – 109,802 miles
  • 2017 – 54,319 miles
  • 2016 – 47,679 miles
  • 2015 – 43,609 miles
  • 2014 – 36,235 miles
  • 2013 – 27,345 miles
  • 2012 – 20,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,198 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,198 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    87,198 miles
    Test number
    430513986681
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail87,198 miles (+358)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,198 miles
    Test number
    941241324396
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass86,840 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    86,840 miles
    Test number
    251760045215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail86,837 miles (+8)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,837 miles
    Test number
    481445386168
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail86,829 miles (+5,539)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,829 miles
    Test number
    807605360320
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  6. Pass81,290 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    81,290 miles
    Test number
    555473879696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,286 miles (+4,117)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,286 miles
    Test number
    568733170952
    • DangerousNearside Front Drive shaft joint so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  8. Pass77,169 miles (+3,852)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    77,169 miles
    Test number
    993361997800
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass73,317 miles (+2,043)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,317 miles
    Test number
    759243943253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass71,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,274 miles
    Test number
    889485460763
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both side
  11. Fail71,274 miles (-38,528)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,274 miles
    Test number
    516398689009
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both side
  12. Pass109,802 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    109,802 miles
    Test number
    508099927083
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass98,628 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    98,628 km
    Test number
    613907842086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Fail98,628 km4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,628 km
    Test number
    823314350728
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass54,319 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    54,319 miles
    Test number
    741394378723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,306 miles (+6,627)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,306 miles
    Test number
    114570355490
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  17. Pass47,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,679 miles
    Test number
    726440298570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,679 miles (+4,070)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,679 miles
    Test number
    404971968194
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass43,609 miles (+7,374)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,609 miles
    Test number
    672138026102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,235 miles (+8,890)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,235 miles
    Test number
    566933404242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,345 miles (+6,565)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,345 miles
    Test number
    148401233280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    20,780 miles
    Test number
    327254252419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 SPX

Does LS59 SPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 SPX is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS59 SPX?
The MOT on LS59 SPX is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 SPX done?
LS59 SPX was recorded at 87,198 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 5,066 miles a year.
Has LS59 SPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 SPX has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 SPX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS59 SPX find?
LS59 SPX passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall, and 3 more.

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