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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y235 ULBMOT history

Y235 ULB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 11 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 72,753 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2025.

Y235 ULB silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2025
Mileage
72,753 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,358 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y235 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
11 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y235 ULB was last recorded at 72,753 miles on 1 Apr 2025, 8,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Feb 2017: 54,028 miles, lower than 54,489 miles on 1 Feb 2016.

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
64,286 miles · 20 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
8,467 miles
Average per year
2,358 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,753 miles
  • 2021 – 64,286 miles
  • 2020 – 62,974 miles
  • 2019 – 62,239 miles
  • 2018 – 61,308 miles
  • 2017 – 54,159 miles
  • 2016 – 54,489 miles
  • 2015 – 51,211 miles
  • 2014 – 47,908 miles
  • 2013 – 43,394 miles
  • 2012 – 39,768 miles
  • 2011 – 35,621 miles
  • 2010 – 34,615 miles
  • 2009 – 34,444 miles
  • 2008 – 33,830 miles
  • 2007 – 29,796 miles
  • 2006 – 27,812 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail72,753 miles
  • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements broken on two pieces, deteriorated (0.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding WHEEL BEARING NOT TESTED (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, undercarriage plastic trays fitted as original (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer heavy corroded - double skin (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Road wheel slightly distorted inner lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread start to delaminate (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides wheel arches to the sill, plastic sill covers fitted as original (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail72,753 miles6 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,753 miles
    Test number
    871291303105
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements broken on two pieces, deteriorated (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding WHEEL BEARING NOT TESTED (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all, undercarriage plastic trays fitted as original (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer heavy corroded - double skin (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Road wheel slightly distorted inner lip (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread start to delaminate (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides wheel arches to the sill, plastic sill covers fitted as original (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  2. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    782823884260
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes very rusty
    • AdvisorySuspension rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  3. FailMileage not read1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    153993263476
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes very rusty
    • AdvisorySuspension rusty
    • AdvisoryUnderside rusty

  4. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    877307801414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    129690091074
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  6. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    228392389080
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inside of tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components

  7. Pass64,286 miles (+1,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,286 miles
    Test number
    723833941145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre small cracks appearing inner edge of tyre

  8. Pass62,974 miles (+735)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    62,974 miles
    Test number
    651534210832
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass62,239 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,239 miles
    Test number
    495743190604
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  10. Fail62,210 miles (+902)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,210 miles
    Test number
    320079883677
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  11. Pass61,308 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    61,308 miles
    Test number
    508026337637
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside fronts (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded fronts & rears (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail61,294 miles (+7,135)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,294 miles
    Test number
    347369926829
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated offside & nearside fronts (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded fronts & rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has a small cut to inner side wall

  13. Pass54,159 miles (+131)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    54,159 miles
    Test number
    774617152761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,028 miles (-461)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,028 miles
    Test number
    141072370601
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass54,489 miles (+3,278)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,489 miles
    Test number
    685957557366
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWipers slightly smeary

  16. Pass51,211 miles (+3,303)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    51,211 miles
    Test number
    635911455056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass47,908 miles (+4,514)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    47,908 miles
    Test number
    189546654473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass43,394 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,394 miles
    Test number
    687394373055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail43,394 miles (+3,626)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,394 miles
    Test number
    108884473425
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass39,768 miles (+4,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,768 miles
    Test number
    176256782033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass35,621 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    287149481048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    34,615 miles
    Test number
    140169890462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail34,615 miles (+171)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,615 miles
    Test number
    493157790087
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Pass34,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,444 miles
    Test number
    294353869078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail34,442 miles (+612)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,442 miles
    Test number
    142773569488
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  26. Fail33,830 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,830 miles
    Test number
    350680078001
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  27. Pass33,830 miles (+4,034)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    33,830 miles
    Test number
    544520778026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,796 miles
    Test number
    312221777046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,796 miles (+1,984)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,796 miles
    Test number
    843741277092
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  30. Pass27,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,812 miles
    Test number
    123139266481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y235 ULB

Does Y235 ULB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y235 ULB expired on 19 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y235 ULB?
The MOT on Y235 ULB expired on 19 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y235 ULB done?
Y235 ULB was recorded at 72,753 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2025, an average of 2,358 miles a year.
Has Y235 ULB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y235 ULB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y235 ULB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Feb 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y235 ULB find?
Y235 ULB failed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2025 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: front brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator; front registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements broken on two pieces, deteriorated; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 15 more.

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