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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y256 HWCMOT history

Y256 HWC is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 10 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 93,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.

Y256 HWC silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2025
Mileage
93,511 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,553 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 HWC
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
10 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 HWC was last recorded at 93,511 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 274 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,237 miles · 17 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
274 miles
Average per year
3,553 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 93,511 miles
  • 2023 – 93,237 miles
  • 2022 – 89,353 miles
  • 2021 – 85,462 miles
  • 2020 – 82,727 miles
  • 2019 – 79,802 miles
  • 2018 – 76,960 miles
  • 2017 – 74,189 miles
  • 2016 – 70,186 miles
  • 2015 – 66,011 miles
  • 2014 – 60,110 miles
  • 2013 – 56,205 miles
  • 2012 – 53,563 miles
  • 2011 – 48,542 miles
  • 2010 – 45,768 miles
  • 2009 – 40,936 miles
  • 2008 – 36,423 miles
  • 2007 – 33,318 miles
  • 2006 – 28,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,511 miles

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Eml light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2021

  • Nearside Rear exhaust outer sheild corrored

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,511 miles (+274)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    93,511 miles
    Test number
    908506817345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,237 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,237 miles
    Test number
    620096574254
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail93,237 miles (+3,884)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,237 miles
    Test number
    960696334842
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass89,353 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,353 miles
    Test number
    388180735250
    • AdvisoryFront suspension noisey over bumps
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside exhaust silencer box outer shield corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail89,353 miles (+3,891)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,353 miles
    Test number
    189585216742
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension noisey over bumps
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside exhaust silencer box outer shield corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass85,462 miles (+2,735)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,462 miles
    Test number
    716097013170
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear lens cracked
    • AdvisoryRear disc rusted
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  7. Pass82,727 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,727 miles
    Test number
    256313120643
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust outer sheild corrored
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light len repaired with tape

  8. Fail82,727 miles (+2,925)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,727 miles
    Test number
    802681572890
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust outer sheild corrored
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light len repaired with tape

  9. Pass79,802 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,802 miles
    Test number
    713093875603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,802 miles (+2,842)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,802 miles
    Test number
    596675175197
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  11. Pass76,960 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    76,960 miles
    Test number
    583169201267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer plastic trim panel damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail76,960 miles (+2,771)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,960 miles
    Test number
    745015116185
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread spliting (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn bottom (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer plastic trim panel damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass74,189 miles (+4,003)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    74,189 miles
    Test number
    334947060561
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s and o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass70,186 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,186 miles
    Test number
    390013518729
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  15. Fail70,186 miles (+4,175)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,186 miles
    Test number
    890839434688
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  16. Pass66,011 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,011 miles
    Test number
    198664905590
    • AdvisoryCHILD SEAT AT REAR
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  17. Fail66,011 miles (+5,901)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,011 miles
    Test number
    550000747235
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCHILD SEAT AT REAR
    • AdvisoryEML LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass60,110 miles (+3,905)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,110 miles
    Test number
    938345314365
    • NoteEngine Managment Light On

  19. Pass56,205 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,205 miles
    Test number
    485186713407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,563 miles (+5,021)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    53,563 miles
    Test number
    498984112475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,542 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,542 miles
    Test number
    396855711359
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteECU LIGHT ON
    • NoteO/S/R LENS DAMAGED

  22. Pass48,542 miles (+2,774)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    48,542 miles
    Test number
    579795811336
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteECU LIGHT ON
    • NoteO/S/R LENS DAMAGED

  23. Pass45,768 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,768 miles
    Test number
    392194210306
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteECU LIGHT ON
    • NoteO/s/r lens is cracked

  24. Fail45,768 miles (+4,832)3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,768 miles
    Test number
    434174110485
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteECU LIGHT ON
    • NoteO/s/r lens is cracked

  25. Pass40,936 miles (+4,513)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,936 miles
    Test number
    424004519342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,423 miles (+3,105)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    36,423 miles
    Test number
    331692118356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres, are cracking
    • NoteFront and rear number plates delaminating
    • NoteOffside rear light cluster broken

  27. Pass33,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    33,318 miles
    Test number
    234600217388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail33,318 miles (+4,566)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,318 miles
    Test number
    660497207304
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass28,752 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    28,752 miles
    Test number
    312676836239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y256 HWC

Does Y256 HWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 HWC expired on 16 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 HWC?
The MOT on Y256 HWC expired on 16 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 HWC done?
Y256 HWC was recorded at 93,511 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 3,553 miles a year.
Has Y256 HWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 HWC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y256 HWC 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 Y256 HWC find?
Y256 HWC passed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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