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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T260 XCGMOT history

T260 XCG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,799 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2023
Mileage
93,799 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T260 XCG
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
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T260 XCG was last recorded at 93,799 miles on 30 Sept 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,794 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,799 miles
  • 2021 – 89,835 miles
  • 2020 – 84,999 miles
  • 2019 – 78,708 miles
  • 2018 – 73,773 miles
  • 2017 – 70,095 miles
  • 2016 – 66,505 miles
  • 2015 – 63,698 miles
  • 2013 – 60,434 miles
  • 2012 – 53,998 miles
  • 2011 – 45,904 miles
  • 2010 – 42,438 miles
  • 2009 – 39,472 miles
  • 2008 – 33,701 miles
  • 2007 – 29,727 miles
  • 2006 – 25,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,799 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (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 Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,799 miles (+5)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    93,799 miles
    Test number
    886156484402
    • 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 Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail93,794 miles (+3,959)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,794 miles
    Test number
    893715866780
    • DangerousNearside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass89,835 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,835 miles
    Test number
    150279903051
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail89,832 miles (+4,833)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,832 miles
    Test number
    912337462450
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass84,999 miles (+6,291)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    84,999 miles
    Test number
    107083430099
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass78,708 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    78,708 miles
    Test number
    147325095800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail78,699 miles (+4,926)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,699 miles
    Test number
    580731561860
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass73,773 miles (+3,678)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    73,773 miles
    Test number
    830238493011
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 + Mishaping (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Mishaping (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with undertrays

  9. Pass70,095 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,095 miles
    Test number
    150667604779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

  10. Fail70,095 miles (+3,590)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,095 miles
    Test number
    761153123100
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

  11. Pass66,505 miles (+2,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    66,505 miles
    Test number
    178514329859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass63,698 miles (+10)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,698 miles
    Test number
    896849054960
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti-slip rubber worn
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryInternal headlight adjuster reset to zero prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted obscuring some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency low 46%
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryCarbon monoxide and hydrocarbons high

  13. Fail63,688 miles (+3,254)4 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,688 miles
    Test number
    776328705313
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal anti-slip rubber worn
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryInternal headlight adjuster reset to zero prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted obscuring some prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency low 46%
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass60,434 miles (+6,436)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,434 miles
    Test number
    257496723296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,998 miles (+8,094)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,998 miles
    Test number
    348513542218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,904 miles (+3,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    45,904 miles
    Test number
    705248521246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass42,438 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,438 miles
    Test number
    233974740296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,437 miles (+2,965)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,437 miles
    Test number
    201063140296
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass39,472 miles (+5,771)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,472 miles
    Test number
    550795649224
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight sidewall damage on nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass33,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,701 miles
    Test number
    923841568183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,700 miles (+3,973)2 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,700 miles
    Test number
    332271668132
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Pass29,727 miles (+3,947)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,727 miles
    Test number
    380830777117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,780 miles
    Test number
    403530176177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T260 XCG

Does T260 XCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T260 XCG expired on 19 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T260 XCG?
The MOT on T260 XCG expired on 19 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T260 XCG done?
T260 XCG was recorded at 93,799 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2022, an average of 4,178 miles a year.
Has T260 XCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T260 XCG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T260 XCG 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 T260 XCG find?
T260 XCG passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear inner tyre slightly damaged sidewall, and 4 more.

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