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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2011 · 1,598 cc

LS61 FMUMOT history

LS61 FMU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 19 Sept 2011. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2024 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 91,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2023.

LS61 FMU black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2024
Mileage
91,802 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2023
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 FMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
19 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 FMU was last recorded at 91,802 miles on 20 Jan 2023, 8,543 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,259 miles · 22 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
8,543 miles
Average per year
8,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 91,802 miles
  • 2022 – 83,259 miles
  • 2021 – 74,896 miles
  • 2020 – 68,151 miles
  • 2019 – 58,981 miles
  • 2018 – 49,027 miles
  • 2017 – 46,189 miles
  • 2016 – 44,936 miles
  • 2015 – 39,489 miles
  • 2014 – 24,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,802 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,802 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    91,802 miles
    Test number
    102603704768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail91,800 miles (+8,541)1 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,800 miles
    Test number
    989098731716
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position needs attention (3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,259 miles (+8,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    83,259 miles
    Test number
    804975404694
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass74,896 miles (+6,745)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    74,896 miles
    Test number
    648723829720
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass68,151 miles (+9,170)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,151 miles
    Test number
    867280816600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    58,981 miles
    Test number
    824137071461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail58,981 miles (+9,954)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,981 miles
    Test number
    878226149304
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper damaged (1.1.16 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass49,027 miles (+2,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    49,027 miles
    Test number
    198134458023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking with age

  9. Pass46,189 miles (+1,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    46,189 miles
    Test number
    991860831429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail44,936 miles (+5,447)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,936 miles
    Test number
    822588923599
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass39,489 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    39,489 miles
    Test number
    274154974418
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres outer sidewalls cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail39,489 miles (+15,365)1 failure2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,489 miles
    Test number
    235480996107
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres outer sidewalls cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass24,124 miles (+5,446)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    24,124 miles
    Test number
    605676254203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass18,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    18,678 miles
    Test number
    987785164072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 FMU

Does LS61 FMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 FMU expired on 24 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 FMU?
The MOT on LS61 FMU expired on 24 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 FMU done?
LS61 FMU was recorded at 91,802 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2023, an average of 8,238 miles a year.
Has LS61 FMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 FMU has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS61 FMU 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 LS61 FMU find?
LS61 FMU passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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