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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

V52 ELUMOT history

V52 ELU is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 25 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 120,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2022.

V52 ELU green Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2023
Mileage
120,824 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V52 ELU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V52 ELU was last recorded at 120,824 miles on 7 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Nov 2022: 120,824 miles, lower than 122,847 miles on 21 Oct 2021.

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
122,847 miles · 21 Oct 2021
Average per year
5,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 120,824 miles
  • 2021 – 122,847 miles
  • 2020 – 105,079 miles
  • 2019 – 96,647 miles
  • 2018 – 90,891 miles
  • 2017 – 82,887 miles
  • 2016 – 75,820 miles
  • 2015 – 74,032 miles
  • 2014 – 67,104 miles
  • 2013 – 62,461 miles
  • 2012 – 53,345 miles
  • 2011 – 44,273 miles
  • 2010 – 36,964 miles
  • 2009 – 34,743 miles
  • 2008 – 33,148 miles
  • 2007 – 31,178 miles
  • 2006 – 28,092 miles
  • 2005 – 24,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,824 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum level
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Registration plate lamp, light output reduced
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil level on minimum

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Underbody and components corroded but not excessively. Undertrays fitted blocking view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,824 miles (-2,023)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    120,824 miles
    Test number
    646421451456
    • AdvisoryEngine oil on minimum level
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Registration plate lamp, light output reduced
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass122,847 miles (+10,004)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,847 miles
    Test number
    476509050257
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and components corroded but not excessively. Undertrays fitted blocking view

  3. Fail112,843 miles (+7,764)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    273364494745
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured Side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and components corroded but not excessively. Undertrays fitted blocking view

  4. Pass105,079 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,079 miles
    Test number
    430181655005
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail105,079 miles (+8,432)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,079 miles
    Test number
    392123177843
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,647 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,647 miles
    Test number
    437397570070
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  7. Fail96,645 miles (+5,754)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,645 miles
    Test number
    426443872022
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  8. Pass90,891 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    90,891 miles
    Test number
    394422137898
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail90,891 miles (+8,004)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,891 miles
    Test number
    924366432755
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass82,887 miles (+7,067)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,887 miles
    Test number
    286782681026
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower spring rubber seat in poor condition
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  11. Pass75,820 miles (+79)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,820 miles
    Test number
    324565671900
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses fading
    • AdvisoryRear brake performance low
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate faded but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail75,741 miles (+1,709)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,741 miles
    Test number
    428269131020
    • FailureOffside Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses fading
    • AdvisoryRear brake performance low
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate faded but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass74,032 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,032 miles
    Test number
    346694904854
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail74,032 miles (+6,928)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,032 miles
    Test number
    960573324649
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass67,104 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,104 miles
    Test number
    416987034444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  16. Fail67,104 miles (+4,643)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,104 miles
    Test number
    859707134394
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass62,461 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    62,461 miles
    Test number
    765749013383
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteDAMAGE TO NEARSIDE FRONT DOOR
    • NoteNEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR BROKEN
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE CRACKING ON TREAD AREA AND WEARING ON INNER EDGE
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail62,461 miles (+9,116)5 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,461 miles
    Test number
    499129213446
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteDAMAGE TO NEARSIDE FRONT DOOR
    • NoteNEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR BROKEN
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT TYRE CRACKING ON TREAD AREA AND WEARING ON INNER EDGE
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail53,345 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,345 miles
    Test number
    115472542351
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT DOOR HAS DAMAGE
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST SILENCER DETERIOURATING
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass53,345 miles (+9,072)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    53,345 miles
    Test number
    587352242387
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT DOOR HAS DAMAGE
    • NoteREAR EXHAUST SILENCER DETERIOURATING
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass44,273 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    44,273 miles
    Test number
    569894341317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front door

  22. Fail44,273 miles (+7,309)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,273 miles
    Test number
    257182141342
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDamage to nearside front door

  23. Pass36,964 miles (+2,221)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    36,964 miles
    Test number
    644697500342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteBody damage to nearside front door
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  24. Pass34,743 miles (+1,595)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,743 miles
    Test number
    971215419311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOuter Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to perish on side walls
    • NoteUneven tyre wear on nearside front

  25. Pass33,148 miles (+1,970)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    33,148 miles
    Test number
    162590778243
    • NoteBody damage to nearside front door
    • NoteOffside front lower roll bar link gaiter split

  26. Pass31,178 miles (+3,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,178 miles
    Test number
    471720477276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass28,092 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,092 miles
    Test number
    394221876268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    24,811 miles
    Test number
    351305645264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail24,811 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,811 miles
    Test number
    121095745293
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about V52 ELU

Does V52 ELU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V52 ELU expired on 6 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V52 ELU?
The MOT on V52 ELU expired on 6 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V52 ELU done?
V52 ELU was recorded at 120,824 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2022, an average of 5,589 miles a year.
Has V52 ELU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V52 ELU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on V52 ELU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Nov 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V52 ELU find?
V52 ELU passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2022 with 13 advisories: engine oil on minimum level; items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 10 more.

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