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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,898 cc

V71 OAYMOT history

V71 OAY is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 9 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 51,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2024
Mileage
51,781 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V71 OAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,898 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V71 OAY was last recorded at 51,781 miles on 23 Mar 2023, 8,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,540 miles · 11 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
8,241 miles
Average per year
2,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 51,781 miles
  • 2022 – 43,540 miles
  • 2020 – 43,044 miles
  • 2019 – 42,275 miles
  • 2018 – 41,009 miles
  • 2017 – 39,718 miles
  • 2016 – 38,574 miles
  • 2015 – 36,691 miles
  • 2014 – 34,840 miles
  • 2013 – 32,996 miles
  • 2012 – 30,998 miles
  • 2011 – 28,964 miles
  • 2010 – 26,639 miles
  • 2009 – 24,538 miles
  • 2008 – 22,408 miles
  • 2007 – 19,482 miles
  • 2006 – 17,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,781 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Steering column universal joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,781 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    51,781 miles
    Test number
    372429809158
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail51,781 miles (+8,241)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,781 miles
    Test number
    187670809657
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass43,540 miles (+496)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    43,540 miles
    Test number
    569294563609
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in column (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass43,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,044 miles
    Test number
    608976470016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail43,044 miles (+769)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,044 miles
    Test number
    227555683953
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass42,275 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    42,275 miles
    Test number
    344359929622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail42,274 miles (+1,265)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,274 miles
    Test number
    960220536898
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass41,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    41,009 miles
    Test number
    158671116978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,009 miles (+1,291)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,009 miles
    Test number
    258680660308
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass39,718 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    39,718 miles
    Test number
    581739362646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,715 miles (+1,141)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,715 miles
    Test number
    412573066327
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded subframe (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

  12. Pass38,574 miles (+1,883)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    38,574 miles
    Test number
    659098859649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass36,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,691 miles
    Test number
    498994815681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail36,691 miles (+1,851)1 dangerous8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,691 miles
    Test number
    121296624803
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases unable to do catalyst test due to exhaust system broken away (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint broken away (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken away (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened poor condition (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened in poor condition (3.5.1n)

  15. Pass34,840 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,840 miles
    Test number
    257321634203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,996 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    32,996 miles
    Test number
    478515033219
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on tread

  17. Fail32,996 miles (+1,998)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,996 miles
    Test number
    838484433245
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking on tread

  18. Pass30,998 miles (+2,034)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    30,998 miles
    Test number
    846767322272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,964 miles
    Test number
    205929821291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,964 miles (+2,325)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,964 miles
    Test number
    537168221270
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass26,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,639 miles
    Test number
    951442420270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,639 miles (+2,101)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,639 miles
    Test number
    511972620223
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  23. Pass24,538 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    24,538 miles
    Test number
    220019929217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,529 miles (+2,121)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,529 miles
    Test number
    682286129237
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass22,408 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    22,408 miles
    Test number
    112090848267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,482 miles (+2,107)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,482 miles
    Test number
    522347607264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    17,375 miles
    Test number
    364397226486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail17,375 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,375 miles
    Test number
    352576326294
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about V71 OAY

Does V71 OAY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V71 OAY expired on 22 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V71 OAY?
The MOT on V71 OAY expired on 22 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V71 OAY done?
V71 OAY was recorded at 51,781 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2023, an average of 2,072 miles a year.
Has V71 OAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V71 OAY has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on V71 OAY 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 V71 OAY find?
V71 OAY passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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