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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,397 cc

V686 FYCMOT history

V686 FYC is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 4 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 90,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2023
Mileage
90,955 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2022
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V686 FYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V686 FYC was last recorded at 90,955 miles on 14 Jan 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,950 miles · 6 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 90,955 miles
  • 2021 – 90,474 miles
  • 2020 – 90,282 miles
  • 2019 – 89,600 miles
  • 2018 – 85,286 miles
  • 2017 – 81,745 miles
  • 2016 – 77,463 miles
  • 2015 – 74,862 miles
  • 2014 – 71,886 miles
  • 2013 – 69,332 miles
  • 2011 – 66,746 miles
  • 2010 – 59,242 miles
  • 2009 – 54,068 miles
  • 2008 – 48,124 miles
  • 2007 – 46,299 miles
  • 2005 – 37,554 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,955 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear inner sillsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box and pipe rusty and blowing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,955 miles (+5)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,955 miles
    Test number
    169732078654
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear inner sills

  2. Fail90,950 miles (+476)5 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,950 miles
    Test number
    591706198130
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear inner sills

  3. Pass90,474 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,474 miles
    Test number
    787849344862
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box and pipe rusty and blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sill slight rusty
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn slight play (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Fail90,471 miles (+189)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,471 miles
    Test number
    135164661380
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box and pipe rusty and blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sill slight rusty
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn slight play (2.2.2 (b))

  5. Pass90,282 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,282 miles
    Test number
    216099513897
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  6. Fail90,282 miles (+682)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,282 miles
    Test number
    283877179213
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  7. Pass89,600 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    89,600 miles
    Test number
    470806597868
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded / deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail89,599 miles (+4,313)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,599 miles
    Test number
    682902420797
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass85,286 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,286 miles
    Test number
    872928518145
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail85,286 miles (+3,541)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,286 miles
    Test number
    543076739309
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working came on later during test (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass81,745 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    81,745 miles
    Test number
    768022456190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryCorrosion repairs covered with underseal

  12. Fail81,745 miles (+4,282)4 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,745 miles
    Test number
    221586212999
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  13. Pass77,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,463 miles
    Test number
    945645208814
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay offside rack inner joint

  14. Fail77,463 miles (+2,601)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,463 miles
    Test number
    293496565735
    • DangerousNearside Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay offside rack inner joint

  15. Pass74,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,862 miles
    Test number
    786023115032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail74,862 miles (+2,976)3 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,862 miles
    Test number
    136002815493
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass71,886 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,886 miles
    Test number
    128913114017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust is quite deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  18. Fail71,886 miles (+2,554)3 dangerous4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,886 miles
    Test number
    979080914078
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust is quite deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  19. Fail69,332 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,332 miles
    Test number
    385404403087
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass69,332 miles (+2,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,332 miles
    Test number
    545354103028
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass66,746 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    66,746 miles
    Test number
    665756451355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail66,746 miles (+2,949)3 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,746 miles
    Test number
    976126951325
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass63,797 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,797 miles
    Test number
    207617701087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,796 miles (+4,554)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,796 miles
    Test number
    536846201070
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass59,242 miles (+5,174)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    59,242 miles
    Test number
    651307200026
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wall damaged

  26. Pass54,068 miles (+5,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,068 miles
    Test number
    364676409054
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass48,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,124 miles
    Test number
    493440018083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail48,124 miles (+1,825)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,124 miles
    Test number
    962198708015
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  29. Pass46,299 miles (+8,745)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,299 miles
    Test number
    611168707021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    37,554 miles
    Test number
    374025845408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V686 FYC

Does V686 FYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V686 FYC expired on 13 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V686 FYC?
The MOT on V686 FYC expired on 13 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V686 FYC done?
V686 FYC was recorded at 90,955 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2022, an average of 3,263 miles a year.
Has V686 FYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V686 FYC has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on V686 FYC 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 V686 FYC find?
V686 FYC passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; nearside non obligatory mirror damaged, and 7 more.

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