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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS61 MSUMOT history

LS61 MSU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 2 Feb 2012. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 50,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.

LS61 MSU black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2024
Mileage
50,213 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 MSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2024
Latest MOT test
2 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 MSU was last recorded at 50,213 miles on 2 May 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,213 miles · 24 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 50,213 miles
  • 2022 – 42,901 miles
  • 2021 – 32,919 miles
  • 2019 – 32,440 miles
  • 2017 – 32,313 miles
  • 2016 – 28,980 miles
  • 2015 – 21,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,213 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking all over (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cosmetic cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cosmetic cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

10 tests since 2 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    50,213 miles
    Test number
    480348978449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking all over (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail50,213 miles (+7,312)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,213 miles
    Test number
    667506447672
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking all over (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass42,901 miles (+9,982)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    42,901 miles
    Test number
    812131174266
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in middle and inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass32,919 miles (+479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    32,919 miles
    Test number
    745001666560
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in middle (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked in middle (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass32,440 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    32,440 miles
    Test number
    220075191953
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cosmetic cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cosmetic cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail32,440 miles (+102)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,440 miles
    Test number
    402511217803
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cosmetic cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing light cosmetic cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail32,338 miles (+25)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,338 miles
    Test number
    734299966375
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever high, may require adjustment/repair
  8. Pass32,313 miles (+3,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    32,313 miles
    Test number
    330505991746
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
  9. Pass28,980 miles (+7,388)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,980 miles
    Test number
    101876766095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,592 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    21,592 miles
    Test number
    355281265052
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS61 MSU

Does LS61 MSU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS61 MSU expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS61 MSU?
The MOT on LS61 MSU expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS61 MSU done?
LS61 MSU was recorded at 50,213 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 3,504 miles a year.
Has LS61 MSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 MSU has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LS61 MSU 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 MSU find?
LS61 MSU passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with 2 advisories: offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking all over.

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