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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T966 FGNMOT history

T966 FGN is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 13 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2022 and it has passed 13 of 20 MOT tests, with 41,802 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2022
Mileage
41,802 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2012
MOT tests
20
13 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T966 FGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T966 FGN was last recorded at 41,802 miles on 25 Jul 2012, 2,802 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2011.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Jul 2010: 37,942 miles, lower than 39,223 miles on 27 Jul 2009.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
39,000 miles · 27 Jul 2011
Between the last two tests
2,802 miles
Average per year
1,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2012 – 41,802 miles
  • 2011 – 39,000 miles
  • 2010 – 37,942 miles
  • 2009 – 39,223 miles
  • 2008 – 34,549 miles
  • 2007 – 34,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    763666265049
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    485330651614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    373436554970
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    734916194475
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering knocthy

  5. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    808319972366
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering knocthy

  6. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    985886527246
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    447051782109
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn rack end (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low done (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    437950683018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  9. FailMileage not read2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    556304394340
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryUpper Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  10. PassMileage not read3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    797156415094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. FailMileage not read1 failure2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    256206015090
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    756895803285
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f wheel rims slightly distorted
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing slightly on edges

  13. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    977975803258
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f wheel rims slightly distorted
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing slightly on edges

  14. Pass41,802 miles (+2,802)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    41,802 miles
    Test number
    905097802259
    • NoteExhaust corroded

  15. Pass39,000 miles (+1,058)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    39,000 miles
    Test number
    538368101272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NotePlay in n/s stearing rack

  16. Pass37,942 miles (-1,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,942 miles
    Test number
    131468900253
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass39,223 miles (+4,674)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,223 miles
    Test number
    343648709459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,549 miles (+536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,549 miles
    Test number
    511473898154
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass34,013 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    34,013 miles
    Test number
    290294007281
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking
    • NotePlay in n/s stearing rack

  20. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    874867106296
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracking

Questions about T966 FGN

Does T966 FGN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T966 FGN expired on 22 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T966 FGN?
The MOT on T966 FGN expired on 22 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T966 FGN done?
T966 FGN was recorded at 41,802 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2012, an average of 1,555 miles a year.
Has T966 FGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T966 FGN has failed 7 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T966 FGN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Jul 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T966 FGN find?
T966 FGN failed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 6 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; front brakes imbalanced across an axle; nearside front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 9 more.

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