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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,689 cc

T778 RPLMOT history

T778 RPL is a green diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2023
Mileage
89,610 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,453 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T778 RPL
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
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T778 RPL was last recorded at 89,610 miles on 4 Jan 2022, 11,358 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Mar 2009: 37,416 miles, lower than 70,212 miles on 27 Mar 2008.

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
78,252 miles · 5 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
11,358 miles
Average per year
1,453 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,610 miles
  • 2021 – 78,252 miles
  • 2019 – 76,412 miles
  • 2018 – 76,141 miles
  • 2017 – 76,058 miles
  • 2016 – 75,842 miles
  • 2015 – 75,717 miles
  • 2014 – 75,236 miles
  • 2013 – 74,944 miles
  • 2012 – 74,844 miles
  • 2011 – 74,727 miles
  • 2010 – 74,281 miles
  • 2009 – 73,416 miles
  • 2008 – 70,212 miles
  • 2007 – 68,520 miles
  • 2006 – 66,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,610 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,610 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,610 miles
    Test number
    596999256268
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail89,610 miles (+11,358)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,610 miles
    Test number
    559880448409
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass78,252 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    78,252 miles
    Test number
    388338154768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,412 miles (+39)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,412 miles
    Test number
    274694084062
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail76,373 miles (+232)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,373 miles
    Test number
    406911892974
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,141 miles (+83)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,141 miles
    Test number
    300942614771
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass76,058 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    76,058 miles
    Test number
    980661425496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail76,029 miles (+187)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,029 miles
    Test number
    645844473544
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sub frame (2.4.A.3)

  9. Pass75,842 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,842 miles
    Test number
    525038994580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,842 miles (+125)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,842 miles
    Test number
    402832489002
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass75,717 miles (+481)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,717 miles
    Test number
    845361968792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,236 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,236 miles
    Test number
    609332684223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,231 miles (+287)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,231 miles
    Test number
    257160684221
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass74,944 miles (+100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    74,944 miles
    Test number
    385192163237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass74,844 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    74,844 miles
    Test number
    298370702235
    • NoteFront diccs coroded and pads 60% worn
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOffside rear rim slightly damaged on outer edge
    • NoteUnder body has all over corroded

  16. Fail74,844 miles (+117)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,844 miles
    Test number
    279006692412
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • NoteFront diccs coroded and pads 60% worn
    • NoteNearside rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOffside rear rim slightly damaged on outer edge
    • NoteUnder body has all over corroded

  17. Pass74,727 miles (+446)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    74,727 miles
    Test number
    557786931177
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear.
    • NoteN/s/f top mount slight play.
    • NoteO/s/f top mount slight play.

  18. Pass74,281 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,281 miles
    Test number
    283596500156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail74,274 miles (+858)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,274 miles
    Test number
    161919790434
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  20. Pass73,416 miles (+36,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    862532189099
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail37,416 miles (-32,796)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,416 miles
    Test number
    103989179016
    • FailureNearside Macpherson strut fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass70,212 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    70,212 miles
    Test number
    392477688068
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail70,212 miles (+1,692)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,212 miles
    Test number
    554005688087
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass68,520 miles (+1,840)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    68,520 miles
    Test number
    854144597094
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass66,680 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,680 miles
    Test number
    193502086017
    • NoteBoth front tyers wearing slightly on inner edges
    • NoteSlight play in steering column

Questions about T778 RPL

Does T778 RPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T778 RPL expired on 4 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T778 RPL?
The MOT on T778 RPL expired on 4 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T778 RPL done?
T778 RPL was recorded at 89,610 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2022, an average of 1,453 miles a year.
Has T778 RPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T778 RPL has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T778 RPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Mar 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T778 RPL find?
T778 RPL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge.

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