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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y209 ULBMOT history

Y209 ULB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 17 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 70,892 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

Y209 ULB silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
70,892 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y209 ULB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y209 ULB was last recorded at 70,892 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 4,090 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,802 miles · 6 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,090 miles
Average per year
2,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 70,892 miles
  • 2024 – 66,802 miles
  • 2023 – 64,033 miles
  • 2022 – 62,238 miles
  • 2021 – 61,159 miles
  • 2020 – 59,851 miles
  • 2019 – 58,950 miles
  • 2018 – 58,251 miles
  • 2017 – 56,404 miles
  • 2016 – 54,555 miles
  • 2015 – 50,597 miles
  • 2014 – 44,247 miles
  • 2013 – 42,984 miles
  • 2012 – 41,778 miles
  • 2011 – 41,249 miles
  • 2010 – 40,344 miles
  • 2009 – 39,324 miles
  • 2008 – 38,416 miles
  • 2007 – 37,044 miles
  • 2006 – 34,790 miles
  • 2005 – 29,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Middle exhaust silencer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    817476201152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. FailMileage not read2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    305809683790
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass70,892 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    70,892 miles
    Test number
    780101135417
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  4. Fail70,892 miles (+4,090)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,892 miles
    Test number
    667363803523
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust silencer corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. Pass66,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    66,802 miles
    Test number
    457724926561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail66,789 miles (+2,756)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,789 miles
    Test number
    805252645173
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass64,033 miles (+1,795)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    64,033 miles
    Test number
    710772683159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust silencer corroded

  8. Pass62,238 miles (+1,079)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,238 miles
    Test number
    792578848989
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass61,159 miles (+1,308)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,159 miles
    Test number
    591183176131
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust box deteriated

  10. Pass59,851 miles (+901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    59,851 miles
    Test number
    210598300992
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box corroded

  11. Pass58,950 miles (+699)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,950 miles
    Test number
    540382998637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty

  12. Pass58,251 miles (+1,847)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,251 miles
    Test number
    664351518739
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear very slight corrosion brake pipes

  13. Pass56,404 miles (+1,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,404 miles
    Test number
    550249193776
    • AdvisoryUNDER COVERS FITTED

  14. Pass54,555 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    54,555 miles
    Test number
    326262957268
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail54,555 miles (+3,958)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,555 miles
    Test number
    590012497320
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass50,597 miles (+6,350)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,597 miles
    Test number
    526783425251
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteKnock from steering column area, no freeplay at the wheel or mechanical components, advise further inspection.
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding slightly when wheel free, advise further inspection

  17. Pass44,247 miles (+1,263)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,247 miles
    Test number
    495091414210
    • NoteO/S/R tyre 5mm, however perishing.

  18. Pass42,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,984 miles
    Test number
    336665803440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,984 miles (+1,206)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,984 miles
    Test number
    919625603278
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Pass41,778 miles (+529)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,778 miles
    Test number
    167659902281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,249 miles (+905)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    41,249 miles
    Test number
    947064711269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,344 miles (+1,020)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    40,344 miles
    Test number
    860779620263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,324 miles (+908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    39,324 miles
    Test number
    890400899126
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass38,416 miles (+1,372)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,416 miles
    Test number
    122858018238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,044 miles (+2,254)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,044 miles
    Test number
    372350727280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,790 miles (+5,289)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    34,790 miles
    Test number
    201622696479
    • NoteO/s/front tyre inner sidewall splitting

  27. Pass29,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    29,501 miles
    Test number
    443621925284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y209 ULB

Does Y209 ULB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y209 ULB is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y209 ULB?
The MOT on Y209 ULB is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y209 ULB done?
Y209 ULB was recorded at 70,892 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 2,069 miles a year.
Has Y209 ULB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y209 ULB has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y209 ULB 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 Y209 ULB find?
Y209 ULB passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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