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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y278 LATMOT history

Y278 LAT is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 119,574 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2022.

Y278 LAT blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2023
Mileage
119,574 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y278 LAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y278 LAT was last recorded at 119,574 miles on 9 Feb 2022, 105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,469 miles · 26 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
105 miles
Average per year
5,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,574 miles
  • 2021 – 115,871 miles
  • 2020 – 112,112 miles
  • 2018 – 102,461 miles
  • 2017 – 97,072 miles
  • 2016 – 92,784 miles
  • 2015 – 87,755 miles
  • 2014 – 81,680 miles
  • 2013 – 76,259 miles
  • 2011 – 70,439 miles
  • 2010 – 61,971 miles
  • 2008 – 52,589 miles
  • 2007 – 46,606 miles
  • 2006 – 39,963 miles
  • 2005 – 35,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,574 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • O/s/f subframe slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,574 miles (+105)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,574 miles
    Test number
    814315933519
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail119,469 miles (+3,598)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,469 miles
    Test number
    388910847561
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass115,871 miles (+3,759)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,871 miles
    Test number
    703757498547
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F outer cv boot clamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass112,112 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,112 miles
    Test number
    172573801259
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both rears (5.3.2 (b))

  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    235943144854
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  6. FailMileage not read6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    575962184278
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SUBFRAME (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass102,461 miles (+5,389)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    102,461 miles
    Test number
    975410530260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    97,072 miles
    Test number
    621500622765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,072 miles (+4,288)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,072 miles
    Test number
    640826607610
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass92,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    92,784 miles
    Test number
    623804882890
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f subframe slightly corroded

  11. Fail92,784 miles (+5,029)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,784 miles
    Test number
    789782182211
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f subframe slightly corroded

  12. Pass87,755 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,755 miles
    Test number
    329951625066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail87,755 miles (+6,075)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,755 miles
    Test number
    289630925028
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass81,680 miles (+5,421)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    81,680 miles
    Test number
    686597504068
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass76,259 miles (+5,820)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    76,259 miles
    Test number
    455645413001
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass70,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,439 miles
    Test number
    829847851354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,439 miles (+4,475)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,439 miles
    Test number
    288307351360
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass65,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    65,964 miles
    Test number
    128271821495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,964 miles (+3,993)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,964 miles
    Test number
    828761721075
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAdvise o/sn/s rear discs corroded
    • NoteAdvise rear seat missing

  20. Pass61,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,971 miles
    Test number
    101718610029
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Fail61,971 miles (+9,382)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,971 miles
    Test number
    343908310030
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass52,589 miles (+5,983)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,589 miles
    Test number
    624387938389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,606 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    46,606 miles
    Test number
    690834337380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,600 miles (+2,746)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,600 miles
    Test number
    781211137348
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Pass43,854 miles (+3,891)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,854 miles
    Test number
    161702417403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,963 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,963 miles
    Test number
    142500216041
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass39,963 miles (+4,120)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    39,963 miles
    Test number
    743410116030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    35,843 miles
    Test number
    431165365196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y278 LAT

Does Y278 LAT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y278 LAT expired on 15 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y278 LAT?
The MOT on Y278 LAT expired on 15 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y278 LAT done?
Y278 LAT was recorded at 119,574 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2022, an average of 5,027 miles a year.
Has Y278 LAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y278 LAT has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y278 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 Y278 LAT find?
Y278 LAT passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2022 with 2 advisories: offside front inner track rod end slightly misaligned; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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