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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y296 JHBMOT history

Y296 JHB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 20 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 62,817 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2025.

Y296 JHB silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2026
Mileage
62,817 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2014
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,809 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 JHB
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
20 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 JHB was last recorded at 62,817 miles on 6 Mar 2014, 1,042 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2013.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,775 miles · 4 Feb 2013
Between the last two tests
1,042 miles
Average per year
3,809 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2014 – 62,817 miles
  • 2013 – 61,775 miles
  • 2012 – 61,228 miles
  • 2011 – 60,203 miles
  • 2010 – 57,389 miles
  • 2009 – 52,623 miles
  • 2008 – 47,149 miles
  • 2007 – 40,800 miles
  • 2006 – 33,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    754161404893
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    456920165691
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  3. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    893852523382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    238530425613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    149793525227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    598345580069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    739285500148
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex/hose (1.1.11 (c))

  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    614300174284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flex/hose (1.1.11 (c))

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    913272954947
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    426666319472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    684110261337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    803313318235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    239974455082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,817 miles (+1,042)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,817 miles
    Test number
    919915764081
    • NoteB
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Pass61,775 miles (+547)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,775 miles
    Test number
    238125133053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,228 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,228 miles
    Test number
    156142532416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,203 miles (+2,814)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    60,203 miles
    Test number
    497979751097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,389 miles (+4,766)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    57,389 miles
    Test number
    961867560116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,623 miles (+5,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,623 miles
    Test number
    343051869102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail47,149 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,149 miles
    Test number
    281495488151
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass47,149 miles (+6,349)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    47,149 miles
    Test number
    293835088462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,800 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,800 miles
    Test number
    282075767123
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass40,800 miles (+7,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    40,800 miles
    Test number
    944695667178
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass33,441 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,441 miles
    Test number
    260230176164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail33,441 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,441 miles
    Test number
    674580276191
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y296 JHB

Does Y296 JHB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y296 JHB expired on 17 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y296 JHB?
The MOT on Y296 JHB expired on 17 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y296 JHB done?
Y296 JHB was recorded at 62,817 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2014, an average of 3,809 miles a year.
Has Y296 JHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 JHB has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y296 JHB 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 Y296 JHB find?
Y296 JHB passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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