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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,397 cc

S745 JNHMOT history

S745 JNH is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 14 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 94,204 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2026
Mileage
94,204 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S745 JNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S745 JNH was last recorded at 94,204 miles on 22 Aug 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Apr 2019: 62,513 miles, lower than 64,863 miles on 11 Apr 2018.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,203 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,204 miles
  • 2024 – 86,427 miles
  • 2023 – 78,995 miles
  • 2022 – 72,396 miles
  • 2020 – 70,896 miles
  • 2019 – 65,214 miles
  • 2018 – 64,863 miles
  • 2017 – 63,923 miles
  • 2016 – 62,795 miles
  • 2015 – 60,018 miles
  • 2014 – 57,701 miles
  • 2013 – 57,038 miles
  • 2012 – 55,655 miles
  • 2011 – 52,835 miles
  • 2010 – 49,941 miles
  • 2009 – 47,247 miles
  • 2008 – 45,012 miles
  • 2007 – 41,862 miles
  • 2006 – 39,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,204 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Silencer poor
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryMalfunction indicator lamp not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower arm mount (5.3.6 (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill corroded around a grommet hole

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,204 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    94,204 miles
    Test number
    959822670309
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Silencer poor
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMalfunction indicator lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail94,203 miles (+7,776)11 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,203 miles
    Test number
    205445172286
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Both lamps, possibly working but due to poor beam images and low light output cannot tell (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront Fog lamps not working
    • AdvisoryMalfunction indicator lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre Very small nail
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arm mount in sub frame front most (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers may conceal more corrosion

  3. Pass86,427 miles (+7,432)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    86,427 miles
    Test number
    250009915867
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill by grommet hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill by grommet hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,995 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    78,995 miles
    Test number
    932453148836
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill corroded around a grommet hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail78,995 miles (+6,599)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,995 miles
    Test number
    758710887157
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Cloudy lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Cloudy lens (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill corroded around a grommet hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,396 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    72,396 miles
    Test number
    585764995185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail72,396 miles (+1,500)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,396 miles
    Test number
    588128978457
    • MajorAll direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp hazard (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass70,896 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,896 miles
    Test number
    944722843577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail70,893 miles (+5,679)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,893 miles
    Test number
    715443919106
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass65,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    65,214 miles
    Test number
    650373799292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,513 miles (-2,350)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,513 miles
    Test number
    961724968790
    • MajorEmissions not tested missfireing engine, reading to high would damage our EGA (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass64,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,863 miles
    Test number
    533979632531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,863 miles (+940)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,863 miles
    Test number
    717156317222
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass63,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,923 miles
    Test number
    863303787445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,923 miles (+1,128)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,923 miles
    Test number
    468053952938
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass62,795 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    62,795 miles
    Test number
    750443394663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cracked/perished 195/50r15
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked/perished 195/50r15
    • AdvisoryUnder car covers fitted

  17. Fail62,795 miles (+2,777)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,795 miles
    Test number
    961809828205
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre cracked/perished 195/50r15
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracked/perished 195/50r15
    • AdvisoryUnder car covers fitted

  18. Pass60,018 miles (+2,317)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,018 miles
    Test number
    597703215126
    • AdvisoryNearside 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
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly perished

  19. Pass57,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,701 miles
    Test number
    436523414183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,701 miles (+663)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,701 miles
    Test number
    167023714162
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  21. Pass57,038 miles (+1,383)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,038 miles
    Test number
    599278003133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,655 miles (+2,820)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    55,655 miles
    Test number
    229913102175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,835 miles (+2,894)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    52,835 miles
    Test number
    286349801171
    • NoteBoth number plates

  24. Pass49,941 miles (+2,694)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,941 miles
    Test number
    931145800139
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to limits on inner edges
    • NoteBoth number plates
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking on tread

  25. Pass47,247 miles (+2,235)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    47,247 miles
    Test number
    662824619141
    • NoteFront lower arm front bushes cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner edge
    • NoteOuter edge nearside front tyre

  26. Pass45,012 miles (+3,150)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    45,012 miles
    Test number
    101946318137
    • NoteAdvise both lower arm bushes cracking

  27. Pass41,862 miles (+2,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,862 miles
    Test number
    192548377055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass39,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    39,342 miles
    Test number
    540013876035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S745 JNH

Does S745 JNH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S745 JNH expired on 21 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S745 JNH?
The MOT on S745 JNH expired on 21 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S745 JNH done?
S745 JNH was recorded at 94,204 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2025, an average of 2,822 miles a year.
Has S745 JNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S745 JNH has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S745 JNH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Apr 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S745 JNH find?
S745 JNH passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; central silencer poor; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both, and 2 more.

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