Mercedes-Benz logo

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T729 CRFMOT history

T729 CRF is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2021 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 44,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2021
Mileage
44,621 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2021
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,284 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for T729 CRF in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
T729 CRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T729 CRF was last recorded at 44,621 miles on 25 Oct 2021, 1,334 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,287 miles · 24 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
1,334 miles
Average per year
1,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 44,621 miles
  • 2020 – 43,287 miles
  • 2019 – 41,741 miles
  • 2018 – 40,001 miles
  • 2017 – 38,219 miles
  • 2016 – 36,545 miles
  • 2015 – 34,396 miles
  • 2014 – 32,258 miles
  • 2013 – 31,826 miles
  • 2012 – 31,302 miles
  • 2011 – 29,980 miles
  • 2010 – 29,116 miles
  • 2009 – 28,260 miles
  • 2008 – 27,018 miles
  • 2007 – 25,811 miles
  • 2006 – 24,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail44,621 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside 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))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sils corroded

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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail44,621 miles (+1,334)8 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,621 miles
    Test number
    473984871759
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sils corroded

  2. Pass43,287 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    43,287 miles
    Test number
    839394829632
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail43,280 miles (+1,539)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,280 miles
    Test number
    321152613949
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass41,741 miles (+1,740)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,741 miles
    Test number
    728690955821
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass40,001 miles (+1,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    40,001 miles
    Test number
    333781020036
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass38,219 miles (+1,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,219 miles
    Test number
    450463644774
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  7. Pass36,545 miles (+2,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    36,545 miles
    Test number
    845214923275
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass34,396 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    34,396 miles
    Test number
    985662505749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,387 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    34,387 miles
    Test number
    778914045047
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail34,387 miles (+2,129)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,387 miles
    Test number
    677994945004
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass32,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    32,258 miles
    Test number
    349872164026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,258 miles (+432)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,258 miles
    Test number
    376022364096
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass31,826 miles (+524)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    676653063071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,302 miles (+181)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,302 miles
    Test number
    379019062029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail31,121 miles (+1,141)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,121 miles
    Test number
    615872662043
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s front tyre appears low in pressure?

  16. Pass29,980 miles (+864)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,980 miles
    Test number
    326222761016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,116 miles (+856)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,116 miles
    Test number
    984250460080
    • NoteN/s rear door damaged,o/s rear lower spring cup missing??

  18. Pass28,260 miles (+1,242)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,260 miles
    Test number
    903005469080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,018 miles (+5)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,018 miles
    Test number
    973746368030
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r to front metal brake pipe cannot been checked becouse cover up
    • NoteRear wiper u/s

  20. Fail27,013 miles (+1,202)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,013 miles
    Test number
    611335568073
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r & o/s/r to front metal brake pipe cannot been checked becouse cover up
    • NoteRear wiper u/s

  21. Pass25,811 miles (+1,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,811 miles
    Test number
    441080467037
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass24,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,535 miles
    Test number
    352705466062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail24,535 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,535 miles
    Test number
    711585066030
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T729 CRF

Does T729 CRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T729 CRF expired on 8 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T729 CRF?
The MOT on T729 CRF expired on 8 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T729 CRF done?
T729 CRF was recorded at 44,621 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2021, an average of 1,284 miles a year.
Has T729 CRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T729 CRF has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T729 CRF 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 T729 CRF find?
T729 CRF failed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2021 with 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 10 more.

Related registrations

Browse all T729 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.