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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Diesel · 2001 · 1,689 cc

Y274 LATMOT history

Y274 LAT is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 12 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 159,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2023.

Y274 LAT red Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2023
Mileage
159,220 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,595 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y274 LAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y274 LAT was last recorded at 159,220 miles on 1 Aug 2023, 10,747 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,473 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
10,747 miles
Average per year
8,595 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 159,220 miles
  • 2022 – 148,473 miles
  • 2021 – 136,588 miles
  • 2020 – 128,001 miles
  • 2019 – 121,394 miles
  • 2018 – 118,445 miles
  • 2016 – 112,020 miles
  • 2015 – 102,065 miles
  • 2014 – 89,360 miles
  • 2013 – 77,585 miles
  • 2012 – 64,799 miles
  • 2011 – 53,661 miles
  • 2010 – 49,355 miles
  • 2009 – 40,978 miles
  • 2008 – 32,330 miles
  • 2007 – 17,655 miles
  • 2006 – 11,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail159,220 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexy (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail159,220 miles (+10,747)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,220 miles
    Test number
    264114535362
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported flexy (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  2. Pass148,473 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    148,473 miles
    Test number
    787594025276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail148,466 miles (+11,878)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,466 miles
    Test number
    391547632877
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Pass136,588 miles (+8,587)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    136,588 miles
    Test number
    241762876744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass128,001 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,001 miles
    Test number
    268418280687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,996 miles (+6,602)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,996 miles
    Test number
    339388127433
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,394 miles (+2,949)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    121,394 miles
    Test number
    228410691676
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass118,445 miles (+6,425)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    118,445 miles
    Test number
    720971082178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,020 miles (+9,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,020 miles
    Test number
    564590376331
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass102,065 miles (+12,705)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    102,065 miles
    Test number
    904903516506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,360 miles
    Test number
    726952774238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,355 miles (+11,770)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,355 miles
    Test number
    969022474218
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass77,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,585 miles
    Test number
    875569563262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,585 miles (+12,786)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,585 miles
    Test number
    295449263262
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass64,799 miles (+11,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    64,799 miles
    Test number
    379532672293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,661 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    53,661 miles
    Test number
    437753551222
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteR/o/s/ tyre outer edge is worn
    • NoteSlight knocking from steering column

  17. Fail53,661 miles (+4,306)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,661 miles
    Test number
    756869341243
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteF/o/s/ tyre inner tyre wall is cracking and the tyre appears to be slightly deflated
    • NoteR/o/s/ tyre outer edge is worn
    • NoteSlight knocking from steering column

  18. Pass49,355 miles (+8,377)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,355 miles
    Test number
    220057040363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,978 miles (+8,648)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    40,978 miles
    Test number
    121154939399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass32,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,330 miles
    Test number
    913722638364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    100663998422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,655 miles (+6,022)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,655 miles
    Test number
    274326217158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    11,633 miles
    Test number
    740130156115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y274 LAT

Does Y274 LAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y274 LAT expired on 6 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y274 LAT?
The MOT on Y274 LAT expired on 6 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y274 LAT done?
Y274 LAT was recorded at 159,220 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2023, an average of 8,595 miles a year.
Has Y274 LAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y274 LAT has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on Y274 LAT 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 Y274 LAT find?
Y274 LAT failed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2023 with 7 major defects and 1 minor defect: nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn radius arm; offside front brake pipe excessively corroded; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis/subframe, and 5 more.

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