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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,397 cc

Y286 ULBMOT history

Y286 ULB is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 17 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 May 2022 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2022.

Y286 ULB grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 5 May 2022
Mileage
113,321 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y286 ULB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 May 2022
Latest MOT test
10 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y286 ULB was last recorded at 113,321 miles on 10 May 2022, 1,258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,063 miles · 24 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,258 miles
Average per year
4,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,321 miles
  • 2021 – 112,063 miles
  • 2020 – 107,872 miles
  • 2019 – 101,278 miles
  • 2018 – 96,145 miles
  • 2017 – 93,000 miles
  • 2016 – 91,096 miles
  • 2015 – 89,948 miles
  • 2014 – 87,991 miles
  • 2013 – 84,002 miles
  • 2012 – 80,145 miles
  • 2011 – 78,429 miles
  • 2010 – 75,684 miles
  • 2009 – 67,520 miles
  • 2008 – 57,301 miles
  • 2007 – 48,750 miles
  • 2006 – 45,483 miles
  • 2005 – 39,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,321 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousSub-frame likely to become detached unsble to check brakes due to excessive corrosion on front suspension (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle restricting view of underside components

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,321 miles (+1,258)5 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,321 miles
    Test number
    771566648653
    • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousSub-frame likely to become detached unsble to check brakes due to excessive corrosion on front suspension (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cv boot (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle restricting view of underside components

  2. Pass112,063 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    112,063 miles
    Test number
    806457228101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail112,063 miles (+4,191)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,063 miles
    Test number
    297730691576
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass107,872 miles (+6,594)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    107,872 miles
    Test number
    568427996374
    • AdvisoryFront Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both side (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded

  5. Pass101,278 miles (+5,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2020
    Odometer
    101,278 miles
    Test number
    890874325217
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic tray fitted

  6. Pass96,145 miles (+3,145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    96,145 miles
    Test number
    704681065081
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front and back (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass93,000 miles (+1,904)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,000 miles
    Test number
    268497371782
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass91,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,096 miles
    Test number
    310935790687
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail91,096 miles (+1,148)15 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,096 miles
    Test number
    586538415573
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other crack (4.1.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre side walls on a twin fitment are contacting each other (4.1.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass89,948 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,948 miles
    Test number
    137293045143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  11. Fail89,948 miles (+1,957)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,948 miles
    Test number
    238333845120
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  12. Pass87,991 miles (+3,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    87,991 miles
    Test number
    248898754485
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass84,002 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,002 miles
    Test number
    665037783120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,002 miles (+3,857)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,002 miles
    Test number
    405667383121
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass80,145 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    80,145 miles
    Test number
    288736782403
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail80,142 miles (+1,713)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,142 miles
    Test number
    239086882101
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass78,429 miles (+2,745)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    78,429 miles
    Test number
    898409371137
    • AdvisoryFront Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass75,684 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    75,684 miles
    Test number
    201438390189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,682 miles (+8,162)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,682 miles
    Test number
    213207990409
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass67,520 miles (+10,219)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    67,520 miles
    Test number
    704352899184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,301 miles (+8,551)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,301 miles
    Test number
    321100208227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,750 miles (+3,267)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,750 miles
    Test number
    310360307496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,483 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    45,483 miles
    Test number
    963543076111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,483 miles (+5,932)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,483 miles
    Test number
    294233876457
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass39,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    39,551 miles
    Test number
    792905515232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y286 ULB

Does Y286 ULB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y286 ULB expired on 5 May 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y286 ULB?
The MOT on Y286 ULB expired on 5 May 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y286 ULB done?
Y286 ULB was recorded at 113,321 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2022, an average of 4,400 miles a year.
Has Y286 ULB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y286 ULB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y286 ULB 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 Y286 ULB find?
Y286 ULB failed its latest MOT on 10 May 2022 with 5 dangerous defects, 3 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front sub-frame likely to fail; offside front sub-frame likely to fail; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 6 more.

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