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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,397 cc

X748 GAXMOT history

X748 GAX is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 11 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 66,144 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2024.

X748 GAX blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 27 Jun 2024
Mileage
66,144 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X748 GAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
11 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

X748 GAX was last recorded at 66,144 miles on 20 Jun 2024, 2,323 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,821 miles · 27 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
2,323 miles
Average per year
2,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 66,144 miles
  • 2023 – 63,821 miles
  • 2022 – 63,074 miles
  • 2021 – 62,315 miles
  • 2020 – 61,208 miles
  • 2019 – 59,218 miles
  • 2018 – 56,378 miles
  • 2017 – 53,998 miles
  • 2016 – 51,635 miles
  • 2015 – 49,135 miles
  • 2014 – 46,423 miles
  • 2013 – 44,290 miles
  • 2012 – 41,974 miles
  • 2011 – 39,186 miles
  • 2010 – 36,470 miles
  • 2009 – 33,857 miles
  • 2008 – 30,775 miles
  • 2007 – 26,876 miles
  • 2006 – 23,147 miles
  • 2005 – 19,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail66,144 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySill to floors slight corrosion

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail66,144 miles (+2,323)1 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,144 miles
    Test number
    339528310750
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill to floors slight corrosion

  2. Pass63,821 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    63,821 miles
    Test number
    877562363283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  3. Fail63,819 miles (+745)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,819 miles
    Test number
    883283269944
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  4. Pass63,074 miles (+759)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    63,074 miles
    Test number
    146083958675
    • AdvisoryExhaust Rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside Rear Arches Rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass62,315 miles (+1,107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    62,315 miles
    Test number
    502982309806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear aches corroded

  6. Pass61,208 miles (+1,990)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    61,208 miles
    Test number
    113094254580
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryFull under gaurds fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear outer and inner wheel arches corroded within seatbelt and suspension prescribed area

  7. Pass59,218 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,218 miles
    Test number
    217044043106
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seat insecure

  8. Fail59,218 miles (+2,840)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,218 miles
    Test number
    644439954107
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seat insecure

  9. Pass56,378 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    56,378 miles
    Test number
    505125062358
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  10. Fail56,378 miles (+2,380)2 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,378 miles
    Test number
    118022756987
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s and o/s inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  11. Pass53,998 miles (+2,363)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,998 miles
    Test number
    394703544520
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn close to wear markers in places (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn close to wear markers in places (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Both inner sill areas corroded and holed at the rear. It was not possible to fully inspect the areas to determine the extent of the corrosion due to the areas being concealed behind plastic trim.

  12. Pass51,635 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,635 miles
    Test number
    391584770022
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail51,635 miles (+2,500)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,635 miles
    Test number
    931383960941
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint OFFSIDE FRONT (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureCoil spring broken NEARSIDE REAR (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded REAR (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR VERY CLOSE TO LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass49,135 miles (+2,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    49,135 miles
    Test number
    475241651090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass46,423 miles (+2,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    46,423 miles
    Test number
    447226244294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass44,290 miles (+2,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,290 miles
    Test number
    566805523266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass41,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,974 miles
    Test number
    355688542211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,974 miles (+2,788)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,974 miles
    Test number
    927178542250
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Fail39,186 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,186 miles
    Test number
    207939241232
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass39,186 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,186 miles
    Test number
    665669041227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,470 miles (+2,613)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,470 miles
    Test number
    500356630299
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear jacking point rubber block missing.

  22. Pass33,857 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,857 miles
    Test number
    392833959429
    • NoteRear reg' plate deteriorating

  23. Fail33,857 miles (+3,082)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,857 miles
    Test number
    864832759273
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRear reg' plate deteriorating

  24. Pass30,775 miles (+3,899)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,775 miles
    Test number
    602064958293
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge.

  25. Pass26,876 miles (+3,729)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,876 miles
    Test number
    472944337201
    • NoteO/s/r jacking point rubber missing.

  26. Pass23,147 miles (+3,250)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,147 miles
    Test number
    520657346224
    • NoteDip switch/indicator switch worn.

  27. Pass19,897 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    19,897 miles
    Test number
    410976255267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X748 GAX

Does X748 GAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X748 GAX expired on 27 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X748 GAX?
The MOT on X748 GAX expired on 27 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X748 GAX done?
X748 GAX was recorded at 66,144 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2024, an average of 2,464 miles a year.
Has X748 GAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X748 GAX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on X748 GAX 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 X748 GAX find?
X748 GAX failed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; nearside headlamp aim too high, and 9 more.

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