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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1999 · 1,397 cc

T254 LLSMOT history

T254 LLS is a multi-colour petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 17 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 140,279 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2023
Mileage
140,279 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,360 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T254 LLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
17 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T254 LLS was last recorded at 140,279 miles on 18 Aug 2022, 3,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jul 2016: 133,239 miles, lower than 133,299 miles on 8 Jul 2016.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,670 miles · 13 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
3,609 miles
Average per year
4,360 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 140,279 miles
  • 2021 – 136,670 miles
  • 2020 – 133,355 miles
  • 2016 – 133,239 miles
  • 2015 – 131,351 miles
  • 2013 – 117,350 miles
  • 2012 – 108,404 miles
  • 2011 – 101,118 miles
  • 2010 – 95,856 miles
  • 2009 – 91,525 miles
  • 2008 – 87,409 miles
  • 2007 – 81,896 miles
  • 2006 – 68,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,279 miles
  • AdvisorySills and under sills corroded

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Corrosion at n/s/f brake pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,279 miles (+3,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    140,279 miles
    Test number
    982896921264
    • AdvisorySills and under sills corroded

  2. Pass136,670 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    136,670 miles
    Test number
    568569269998
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axl coroded

  3. Fail136,647 miles (+3,292)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,647 miles
    Test number
    931339654078
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill / arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear shock-absorbers corroded
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  4. Pass133,355 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    133,355 miles
    Test number
    553318289501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail133,355 miles (+116)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,355 miles
    Test number
    682606339517
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass133,239 miles (-60)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    133,239 miles
    Test number
    594535665732
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at n/s/f brake pipe
    • AdvisoryFront o/s/f subframe corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryImbalance at front and rear brakes
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake hose cracking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight noise at n/s/f wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryWiper blades torn

  7. Fail133,299 miles (+1,948)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,299 miles
    Test number
    816726124337
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSuspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure play at 0/s/f suspension arm front bolt (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at n/s/f brake pipe
    • AdvisoryFront o/s/f subframe corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryImbalance at front and rear brakes
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake hose cracking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight noise at n/s/f wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryWiper blades torn

  8. Pass131,351 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    131,351 miles
    Test number
    618647685102
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses cracking
    • NoteFront subframe corroded at o/s
    • NoteN/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear tyres split at inner sidewalls but no cord showing
    • NoteWiper blades torn

  9. Fail131,351 miles (+14,001)7 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,351 miles
    Test number
    165262385169
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses cracking
    • NoteFront subframe corroded at o/s
    • NoteN/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear tyres split at inner sidewalls but no cord showing
    • NoteWiper blades torn

  10. Pass117,350 miles (+8,946)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    117,350 miles
    Test number
    258884203215
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Pass108,404 miles3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    108,404 miles
    Test number
    448814402140
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll 4 road wheels damaged
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass broken
    • NoteOffside front tyre on wear bands

  12. Fail108,404 miles (+7,286)19 failures3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,404 miles
    Test number
    438019982080
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll 4 road wheels damaged
    • NoteBorderline travel at handbrake lever
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer corroded
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteNearside door mirror glass broken
    • NoteOffside front tyre on wear bands

  13. Pass101,118 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    101,118 miles
    Test number
    707375291092
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Fail101,115 miles (+5,259)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,115 miles
    Test number
    116904891036
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass95,856 miles (+4,331)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,856 miles
    Test number
    883259890059
    • NoteCorrosion on rear brake pipes
    • NoteFront brake pads worn

  16. Pass91,525 miles (+4,116)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,525 miles
    Test number
    281174769078
    • NoteCorrosion on both rear brake pipes
    • NoteCorrosion throughout exhaust system
    • NoteO/s/r roadspring lower platform perished

  17. Pass87,409 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    87,409 miles
    Test number
    784134798001
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroded.
    • NoteBrake discs worn.
    • NoteKnock through steering column.
    • NoteSlight engine oil leaks.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r radius arm.

  18. Fail87,409 miles (+5,513)6 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,409 miles
    Test number
    123533798434
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth rear brake pipes corroded.
    • NoteBrake discs worn.
    • NoteKnock through steering column.
    • NoteSlight engine oil leaks.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/r radius arm.

  19. Fail81,896 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,896 miles
    Test number
    404807187016
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNoise from steering column

  20. Pass81,896 miles (+13,005)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    81,896 miles
    Test number
    552617787059
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNoise from steering column

  21. Pass68,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    68,891 miles
    Test number
    322804196070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail68,891 miles4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,891 miles
    Test number
    164823196088
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s mirror glass missing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cut but not reaching cords

Questions about T254 LLS

Does T254 LLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T254 LLS expired on 17 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T254 LLS?
The MOT on T254 LLS expired on 17 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T254 LLS done?
T254 LLS was recorded at 140,279 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2022, an average of 4,360 miles a year.
Has T254 LLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T254 LLS has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on T254 LLS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jul 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T254 LLS find?
T254 LLS passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2022 with 1 advisory: sills and under sills corroded.

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