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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,689 cc

T337 BLJMOT history

T337 BLJ is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 21 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 132,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2022
Mileage
132,190 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2022
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T337 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T337 BLJ was last recorded at 132,190 miles on 23 Feb 2022, 734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,456 miles · 26 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
734 miles
Average per year
2,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 132,190 miles
  • 2021 – 131,456 miles
  • 2020 – 130,100 miles
  • 2019 – 127,369 miles
  • 2018 – 122,443 miles
  • 2017 – 116,532 miles
  • 2016 – 111,602 miles
  • 2015 – 107,282 miles
  • 2014 – 107,274 miles
  • 2013 – 104,871 miles
  • 2012 – 102,066 miles
  • 2011 – 99,723 miles
  • 2010 – 97,413 miles
  • 2009 – 94,671 miles
  • 2008 – 94,553 miles
  • 2007 – 92,980 miles
  • 2006 – 89,822 miles
  • 2005 – 85,771 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,190 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryLoud bang when gears are engaged which could be caused by defective mountings

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 pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,190 miles (+734)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,190 miles
    Test number
    459597330050
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryLoud bang when gears are engaged which could be caused by defective mountings

  2. Pass131,456 miles (+1,356)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    131,456 miles
    Test number
    811596145718
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  3. Pass130,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    130,100 miles
    Test number
    195446847910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail130,100 miles (+2,731)1 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,100 miles
    Test number
    817225103720
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 1.2 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass127,369 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    127,369 miles
    Test number
    111392380783
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail127,368 miles (+4,925)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,368 miles
    Test number
    614946887289
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested both (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass122,443 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    122,443 miles
    Test number
    158832720679
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroding
    • AdvisoryKnock in steering
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Fail122,443 miles (+5,911)5 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,443 miles
    Test number
    825214154558
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust box outer skin corroding
    • AdvisoryKnock in steering
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass116,532 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    116,532 miles
    Test number
    938455050829
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryKnock in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  10. Fail116,532 miles (+4,930)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,532 miles
    Test number
    971040904888
    • FailureBootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryKnock in steering rack
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass111,602 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,602 miles
    Test number
    356859010326
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail111,602 miles (+4,320)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,602 miles
    Test number
    836184837866
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass107,282 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,282 miles
    Test number
    227323225015
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail107,281 miles (+7)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,281 miles
    Test number
    888721525026
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside 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 Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail107,274 miles (+2,403)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,274 miles
    Test number
    937980584258
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust system deteriorated

  16. Pass104,871 miles (+2,805)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    104,871 miles
    Test number
    175837473117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,066 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    102,066 miles
    Test number
    968322692193
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail102,066 miles (+2,343)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,066 miles
    Test number
    496962092184
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass99,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,723 miles
    Test number
    867941801211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail99,723 miles (+2,310)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,723 miles
    Test number
    929629791196
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass97,413 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    97,413 miles
    Test number
    932107400271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,404 miles (+2,733)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,404 miles
    Test number
    440826290164
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass94,671 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    94,671 miles
    Test number
    324113309224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass94,553 miles (+1,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    94,553 miles
    Test number
    733111198101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  25. Pass92,980 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    92,980 miles
    Test number
    341700007291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSome grease leaking from offside cv gaitor

  26. Fail92,980 miles (+3,158)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,980 miles
    Test number
    860710207285
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSome grease leaking from offside cv gaitor

  27. Pass89,822 miles (+4,051)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    89,822 miles
    Test number
    832987706271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass85,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    85,771 miles
    Test number
    160732645376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T337 BLJ

Does T337 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T337 BLJ expired on 25 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T337 BLJ?
The MOT on T337 BLJ expired on 25 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T337 BLJ done?
T337 BLJ was recorded at 132,190 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2022, an average of 2,863 miles a year.
Has T337 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T337 BLJ has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T337 BLJ 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 T337 BLJ find?
T337 BLJ failed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2022 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; nearside front shock absorbers has negligible damping effect; nearside rear coil spring fractured or broken, and 4 more.

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