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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y52 HKGMOT history

Y52 HKG is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 27 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 46,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2023.

Y52 HKG silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Mercedes-Benz A-Class, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2024
Mileage
46,677 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2011
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y52 HKG
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
27 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y52 HKG was last recorded at 46,677 miles on 1 Feb 2011, 4,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2009.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jun 2008: 42,294 miles, lower than 42,361 miles on 28 Mar 2007.

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
42,500 miles · 27 Feb 2009
Between the last two tests
4,177 miles
Average per year
2,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2011 – 46,677 miles
  • 2009 – 42,500 miles
  • 2008 – 42,294 miles
  • 2007 – 42,361 miles
  • 2005 – 34,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer porous skin peeling
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Coolant leak over heating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear exhaust silencer porous skin peeling corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear wiper rubber worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    478225226507
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer porous skin peeling
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    468112520137
    • MajorOffside Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust silencer porous skin peeling
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    796240275251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust silencer porous

  4. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    954353884177
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak over heating
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer porous skin peeling corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber worn

  5. FailMileage not read3 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    728238801458
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak over heating
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both inner (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer porous skin peeling corroded
    • AdvisoryRear wiper rubber worn

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    774925587273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    403551586768
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    617281949876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. FailMileage not read4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    970274935541
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam Switch (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    908805677158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    369626250652
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  12. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    702660327038
    • AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR BRAKE PADS WORN LOW

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    947924295166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    905234695148
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    985618694118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. FailMileage not read4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    759944374121
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  17. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    585955673171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    335882173163
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  19. PassMileage not read1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    715778132100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteExhaust middle box rusty

  20. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    285037432105
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteExhaust middle box rusty

  21. Pass46,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    46,677 miles
    Test number
    589912731021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    814509420014
    • NoteEngine management light on dash.

  23. FailMileage not read2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    720929120048
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on dash.

  24. Pass42,500 miles2 dangerous4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    42,500 miles
    Test number
    793758759046
    • DangerousNearside rear tyre is cracking badly on inner and outter sidewalls and underinflated
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre is cracking badly on inner and outter sidewalls and is also underinflated
    • NoteEngine management light on indicating fault with engine systems
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted limiting viewing access
    • NoteRear brake discs rusting on surfaces
    • NoteSlight knocking from steering, suspect column however futrher investigation required

  25. Fail42,500 miles (+206)2 dangerous2 failures2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,500 miles
    Test number
    582478159096
    • DangerousNearside rear tyre is cracking badly on inner and outter sidewalls and underinflated
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre is cracking badly on inner and outter sidewalls and is also underinflated
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine management light on indicating fault with engine systems
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted limiting viewing access
    • NoteRear brake discs rusting on surfaces
    • NoteSlight knocking from steering, suspect column however futrher investigation required

  26. Pass42,294 miles (-67)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    42,294 miles
    Test number
    684997478130
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty
    • NoteSlight cracking n/s/r tyre

  27. Pass42,361 miles (+8,219)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,361 miles
    Test number
    550307887092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,142 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    34,142 miles
    Test number
    472236425371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail34,113 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,113 miles
    Test number
    820402225366
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y52 HKG

Does Y52 HKG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y52 HKG expired on 11 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y52 HKG?
The MOT on Y52 HKG expired on 11 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y52 HKG done?
Y52 HKG was recorded at 46,677 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2011, an average of 2,414 miles a year.
Has Y52 HKG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y52 HKG has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y52 HKG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y52 HKG find?
Y52 HKG passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: central exhaust silencer porous skin peeling; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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