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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,397 cc

Y243 AOGMOT history

Y243 AOG is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 5 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

Y243 AOG red Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,826 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,713 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 AOG
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
2001
First used
5 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 AOG was last recorded at 82,826 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 9,032 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,794 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,032 miles
Average per year
2,713 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,826 miles
  • 2024 – 69,038 miles
  • 2023 – 59,785 miles
  • 2022 – 55,084 miles
  • 2021 – 54,845 miles
  • 2020 – 54,568 miles
  • 2019 – 54,060 miles
  • 2018 – 53,352 miles
  • 2017 – 52,663 miles
  • 2016 – 52,163 miles
  • 2014 – 50,556 miles
  • 2013 – 48,835 miles
  • 2012 – 47,561 miles
  • 2011 – 45,119 miles
  • 2010 – 43,562 miles
  • 2009 – 41,950 miles
  • 2008 – 39,691 miles
  • 2007 – 33,519 miles
  • 2006 – 30,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,826 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • N/s inner sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,826 miles (+9,032)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,826 miles
    Test number
    103211850760
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass73,794 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,794 miles
    Test number
    898902944258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail73,792 miles (+4,754)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,792 miles
    Test number
    597195613851
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass69,038 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    69,038 miles
    Test number
    310875475871
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Fail69,038 miles (+9,253)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,038 miles
    Test number
    871847764655
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass59,785 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    59,785 miles
    Test number
    383910512833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail59,771 miles (+4,687)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,771 miles
    Test number
    478097259838
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass55,084 miles (+239)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    55,084 miles
    Test number
    265073023101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,845 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,845 miles
    Test number
    317024168817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,568 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,568 miles
    Test number
    345968991316
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s inner sill corroded

  11. Fail54,568 miles (+508)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,568 miles
    Test number
    341321067166
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s inner sill corroded

  12. Pass54,060 miles (+708)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2020
    Odometer
    54,060 miles
    Test number
    884045903674
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s inner sill corroded

  13. Pass53,352 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2019
    Odometer
    53,352 miles
    Test number
    754326928426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,663 miles (+500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    52,663 miles
    Test number
    564604162198
    • AdvisoryExhaust box corroded.

  15. Pass52,163 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    52,163 miles
    Test number
    722345032385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,556 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,556 miles
    Test number
    228312474191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,835 miles (+1,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,835 miles
    Test number
    429816133162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass47,561 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,561 miles
    Test number
    398298532195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail47,561 miles (+2,442)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,561 miles
    Test number
    796058132197
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass45,119 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    45,119 miles
    Test number
    838590031173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,562 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,562 miles
    Test number
    754971130148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,950 miles (+2,259)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,950 miles
    Test number
    100422859113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,691 miles
    Test number
    214631358447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail39,691 miles (+6,172)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,691 miles
    Test number
    262610958199
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass33,519 miles (+3,465)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    33,519 miles
    Test number
    472705537187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass30,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    30,054 miles
    Test number
    801203046141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 AOG

Does Y243 AOG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y243 AOG is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y243 AOG?
The MOT on Y243 AOG is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y243 AOG done?
Y243 AOG was recorded at 82,826 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 2,713 miles a year.
Has Y243 AOG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 AOG has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y243 AOG 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 Y243 AOG find?
Y243 AOG passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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