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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,397 cc

Y289 DLJMOT history

Y289 DLJ is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 29 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 64,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2024.

Y289 DLJ silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2025
Mileage
64,825 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y289 DLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2025
Latest MOT test
10 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y289 DLJ was last recorded at 64,825 miles on 10 May 2024, 2,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Apr 2022: 54,424 miles, lower than 54,521 miles on 23 Apr 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
61,971 miles · 10 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,854 miles
Average per year
2,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 64,825 miles
  • 2023 – 61,971 miles
  • 2022 – 54,424 miles
  • 2021 – 54,521 miles
  • 2020 – 53,101 miles
  • 2019 – 51,601 miles
  • 2018 – 49,603 miles
  • 2017 – 48,535 miles
  • 2016 – 47,335 miles
  • 2015 – 41,895 miles
  • 2014 – 37,681 miles
  • 2013 – 36,002 miles
  • 2012 – 34,025 miles
  • 2011 – 32,205 miles
  • 2010 – 30,313 miles
  • 2009 – 28,023 miles
  • 2008 – 25,293 miles
  • 2007 – 22,016 miles
  • 2006 – 19,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,825 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryMain front to rear brake pipes not visible due to undertray
  • AdvisoryStrong smell of petrol but no visible leaks

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,825 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    64,825 miles
    Test number
    434423051024
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMain front to rear brake pipes not visible due to undertray
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of petrol but no visible leaks

  2. FailMileage not read5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    643706439798
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMain front to rear brake pipes not visible due to undertray
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of petrol but no visible leaks

  3. Pass61,971 miles (+7,547)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    61,971 miles
    Test number
    722831968103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass54,424 miles (-97)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    54,424 miles
    Test number
    291956269331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,521 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    54,521 miles
    Test number
    957747062638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail54,421 miles (+1,320)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,421 miles
    Test number
    553455867378
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass53,101 miles (+1,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    53,101 miles
    Test number
    898875554292
    • AdvisoryAdvise front number plate cracked

  8. Pass51,601 miles (+1,998)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,601 miles
    Test number
    532444833895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,603 miles (+1,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,603 miles
    Test number
    231878663608
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  10. Pass48,535 miles (+1,200)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,535 miles
    Test number
    592511279920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,335 miles (+5,440)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,335 miles
    Test number
    320726419167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,895 miles (+4,214)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,895 miles
    Test number
    306699875010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail37,681 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,681 miles
    Test number
    249099474062
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass37,681 miles (+1,679)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,681 miles
    Test number
    336429074088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass36,002 miles (+1,977)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,002 miles
    Test number
    928169673010
    • 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass34,025 miles (+1,820)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,025 miles
    Test number
    125165572404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,205 miles (+1,892)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,205 miles
    Test number
    227260081059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,313 miles (+2,290)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,313 miles
    Test number
    181526470464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,023 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,023 miles
    Test number
    143425179419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,293 miles (+3,277)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    25,293 miles
    Test number
    190029178089
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  21. Pass22,016 miles (+2,893)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,016 miles
    Test number
    710339677043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,123 miles
    Test number
    720990886027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y289 DLJ

Does Y289 DLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y289 DLJ expired on 12 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y289 DLJ?
The MOT on Y289 DLJ expired on 12 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y289 DLJ done?
Y289 DLJ was recorded at 64,825 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2024, an average of 2,520 miles a year.
Has Y289 DLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y289 DLJ has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2024.
Has the mileage on Y289 DLJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Apr 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y289 DLJ find?
Y289 DLJ passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: indicator switch faulty; main front to rear brake pipes not visible due to undertray; strong smell of petrol but no visible leaks.

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