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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,397 cc

M4 KBAMOT history

M4 KBA is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 85,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
85,497 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M4 KBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

M4 KBA was last recorded at 85,497 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 6,054 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,443 miles · 18 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
6,054 miles
Average per year
3,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,497 miles
  • 2021 – 79,443 miles
  • 2020 – 74,641 miles
  • 2019 – 69,455 miles
  • 2018 – 67,445 miles
  • 2017 – 63,969 miles
  • 2016 – 61,232 miles
  • 2015 – 58,889 miles
  • 2014 – 56,869 miles
  • 2013 – 54,171 miles
  • 2012 – 51,685 miles
  • 2011 – 48,939 miles
  • 2010 – 46,128 miles
  • 2009 – 42,626 miles
  • 2008 – 37,637 miles
  • 2007 – 34,821 miles
  • 2006 – 31,357 miles
  • 2005 – 26,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,497 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tire getting close to wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 17 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,497 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    85,497 miles
    Test number
    383974224680
    • MinorFront Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tire getting close to wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail85,497 miles (+6,054)3 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,497 miles
    Test number
    927665212800
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tire getting close to wear markers (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass79,443 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    79,443 miles
    Test number
    675856069750
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail79,443 miles (+159)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,443 miles
    Test number
    429249420103
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail79,284 miles (+4,643)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,284 miles
    Test number
    538988917897
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear section, pipe into middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe rotten (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing has deep cracks 195/50/15v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s front strut top bearing sticking slightly

  6. Pass74,641 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,641 miles
    Test number
    601106687485
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail74,641 miles (+5,186)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,641 miles
    Test number
    128428409538
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass69,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,455 miles
    Test number
    637024309594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,455 miles (+2,010)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,455 miles
    Test number
    133087383248
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass67,445 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    67,445 miles
    Test number
    604438053142
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail67,445 miles (+3,476)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,445 miles
    Test number
    508986910501
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe corroded two parts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear and offside front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass63,969 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,969 miles
    Test number
    177452837941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail63,969 miles (+2,737)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,969 miles
    Test number
    960869538424
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb insecure (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass61,232 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,232 miles
    Test number
    313860436435
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryEngine slight misfire
    • AdvisoryExhaust slight blow
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil Spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view under car

  15. Fail61,232 miles (+2,343)6 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,232 miles
    Test number
    296784296720
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sub frame corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryEngine slight misfire
    • AdvisoryExhaust slight blow
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil Spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view under car

  16. Pass58,889 miles (+2,020)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,889 miles
    Test number
    378387565178
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass56,869 miles (+2)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    56,869 miles
    Test number
    457011574198
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront subframe slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside front brake slight judder
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to legal limit
    • NoteSlight leak of exhaust gases from centre

  18. Fail56,867 miles (+2,696)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,867 miles
    Test number
    969969264116
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront subframe slightly corroded
    • NoteNearside front brake slight judder
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to legal limit
    • NoteSlight leak of exhaust gases from centre

  19. Pass54,171 miles (+2,486)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,171 miles
    Test number
    655161463146
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass51,685 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,685 miles
    Test number
    558875662170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail51,685 miles (+2,746)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,685 miles
    Test number
    456395462110
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass48,939 miles (+2,811)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    48,939 miles
    Test number
    565957661198
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass46,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    46,128 miles
    Test number
    834708760113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,128 miles (+3,502)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,128 miles
    Test number
    453378660187
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass42,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,626 miles
    Test number
    924686259142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,626 miles (+4,989)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,626 miles
    Test number
    220255159458
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass37,637 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,637 miles
    Test number
    211104368129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,821 miles (+3,464)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    34,821 miles
    Test number
    703192177155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,357 miles
    Test number
    153642456136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail31,357 miles (+4,417)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,357 miles
    Test number
    101422656104
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  31. Pass26,940 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    26,940 miles
    Test number
    280043675483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail26,936 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,936 miles
    Test number
    580078365141
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about M4 KBA

Does M4 KBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M4 KBA expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M4 KBA?
The MOT on M4 KBA expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M4 KBA done?
M4 KBA was recorded at 85,497 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 3,344 miles a year.
Has M4 KBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M4 KBA has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on M4 KBA 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 M4 KBA find?
M4 KBA passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light both sides; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tire getting close to wear markers.

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