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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

S791 OBDMOT history

S791 OBD is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 15 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 62,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2022
Mileage
62,005 mi
At MOT on 19 Apr 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,649 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S791 OBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S791 OBD was last recorded at 62,005 miles on 19 Apr 2022, 2,918 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,087 miles · 1 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
2,918 miles
Average per year
1,649 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,005 miles
  • 2021 – 59,087 miles
  • 2020 – 56,736 miles
  • 2019 – 54,638 miles
  • 2018 – 53,240 miles
  • 2017 – 52,624 miles
  • 2016 – 51,262 miles
  • 2015 – 49,614 miles
  • 2014 – 48,333 miles
  • 2013 – 47,039 miles
  • 2012 – 45,957 miles
  • 2011 – 44,901 miles
  • 2010 – 44,356 miles
  • 2009 – 43,289 miles
  • 2008 – 41,873 miles
  • 2007 – 38,450 miles
  • 2006 – 35,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail62,005 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill with in prescribed area of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe end at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill with in prescribed area of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAlternator bolt insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

What MOT failures 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Under trays fitted covering testable items

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail62,005 miles (+2,918)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,005 miles
    Test number
    583087083693
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill with in prescribed area of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe end at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill with in prescribed area of suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAlternator bolt insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  2. Pass59,087 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,087 miles
    Test number
    710565840455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail59,075 miles (+2,339)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,075 miles
    Test number
    548607295994
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded at flexi (brake pipe end) (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front suspension arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBolt on alternator snaped
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  4. Pass56,736 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,736 miles
    Test number
    997664112337
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAlternator bolt broken
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  5. Fail56,736 miles (+2,098)5 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,736 miles
    Test number
    409165689462
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from transmission pipe from gearbox to radiator badly corroded at radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracked (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded at flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAlternator bolt broken
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  6. Pass54,638 miles (+240)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,638 miles
    Test number
    436941087127
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  7. Fail54,398 miles (+1,158)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,398 miles
    Test number
    295218784714
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted covering testable items

  8. Pass53,240 miles (+616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,240 miles
    Test number
    437552194024
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass52,624 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,624 miles
    Test number
    771320454122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Fail52,610 miles (+1,348)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,610 miles
    Test number
    221694010056
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass51,262 miles (+1,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    51,262 miles
    Test number
    868200172314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  12. Pass49,614 miles (+1,281)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    49,614 miles
    Test number
    928082565085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass48,333 miles (+1,294)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,333 miles
    Test number
    876553764010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass47,039 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    47,039 miles
    Test number
    687474863045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail47,029 miles (+1,072)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,029 miles
    Test number
    788679753071
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass45,957 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,957 miles
    Test number
    626100662016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,910 miles (+1,009)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,910 miles
    Test number
    787249932054
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass44,901 miles (+545)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,901 miles
    Test number
    305679431006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,356 miles
    Test number
    171728340474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail44,356 miles (+1,067)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,356 miles
    Test number
    332737140048
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass43,289 miles (+1,416)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,289 miles
    Test number
    563703649069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,873 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,873 miles
    Test number
    672894868004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,863 miles (+3,413)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,863 miles
    Test number
    193473968079
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  24. Pass38,450 miles (+3,223)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,450 miles
    Test number
    874575827085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    35,227 miles
    Test number
    271310526052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S791 OBD

Does S791 OBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S791 OBD expired on 31 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S791 OBD?
The MOT on S791 OBD expired on 31 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S791 OBD done?
S791 OBD was recorded at 62,005 miles at its MOT on 19 Apr 2022, an average of 1,649 miles a year.
Has S791 OBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S791 OBD has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S791 OBD 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 S791 OBD find?
S791 OBD failed its latest MOT on 19 Apr 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill with in prescribed area of suspension mount; offside front brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe end at flexi, and 10 more.

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