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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,397 cc

Y605 DBVMOT history

Y605 DBV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 8 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 56,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2022.

Y605 DBV silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2022
Mileage
56,405 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y605 DBV
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
8 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y605 DBV was last recorded at 56,405 miles on 18 Jan 2022, 3,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,435 miles · 14 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
3,970 miles
Average per year
2,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 56,405 miles
  • 2021 – 52,435 miles
  • 2020 – 51,443 miles
  • 2019 – 50,127 miles
  • 2018 – 48,517 miles
  • 2016 – 44,571 miles
  • 2014 – 41,341 miles
  • 2013 – 39,510 miles
  • 2012 – 36,986 miles
  • 2011 – 34,237 miles
  • 2010 – 30,802 miles
  • 2009 – 27,160 miles
  • 2008 – 24,242 miles
  • 2007 – 22,103 miles
  • 2006 – 20,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail56,405 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded through inner wing (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail56,405 miles (+3,970)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,405 miles
    Test number
    994365397256
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass52,435 miles (+992)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    52,435 miles
    Test number
    711758516553
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened under body and components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass51,443 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,443 miles
    Test number
    853862535090
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coil spring corroded front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and components are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail51,443 miles (+1,316)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,443 miles
    Test number
    318430199132
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coil spring corroded front & rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body and components are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass50,127 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,127 miles
    Test number
    625720689599
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail50,127 miles (+1,610)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,127 miles
    Test number
    995544178938
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass48,517 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    48,517 miles
    Test number
    824445882890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Fail48,517 miles (+3,946)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,517 miles
    Test number
    765959158074
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass44,571 miles (+1,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    44,571 miles
    Test number
    647816013679
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has small cut on inner sidewall although not to ply or cords
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexi brake hoses slightly perished
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryIndicator bulbs slightly discoloured

  10. Pass42,962 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    42,962 miles
    Test number
    819964493607
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded through inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded through inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  11. Fail42,961 miles (+3)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,961 miles
    Test number
    956385777843
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded through inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded through inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  12. Fail42,958 miles (+1,617)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,958 miles
    Test number
    184226230875
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour flashing white (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour flashing white (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour flashing white (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass41,341 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    41,341 miles
    Test number
    607103744389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer (corrosion)

  14. Fail41,341 miles (+1,831)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,341 miles
    Test number
    929668724393
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer (corrosion)

  15. Pass39,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    39,510 miles
    Test number
    335784483227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail39,507 miles (+2,521)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,507 miles
    Test number
    797084383287
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  17. Pass36,986 miles (+2,749)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    36,986 miles
    Test number
    707643912221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Pass34,237 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,237 miles
    Test number
    249644011230
    • 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)

  19. Fail34,237 miles (+3,435)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,237 miles
    Test number
    309644411275
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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. Pass30,802 miles (+3,642)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    30,802 miles
    Test number
    380675410224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,160 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,160 miles
    Test number
    632267149291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,242 miles (+2,139)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,242 miles
    Test number
    684993858264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,103 miles (+1,739)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,103 miles
    Test number
    334296227244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    20,364 miles
    Test number
    151985776441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail20,364 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,364 miles
    Test number
    964142776086
    • FailurePosition lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteVery little underside vehicle in spectection possible due to complete coverage using plastic undersheilds

Questions about Y605 DBV

Does Y605 DBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y605 DBV expired on 21 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y605 DBV?
The MOT on Y605 DBV expired on 21 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y605 DBV done?
Y605 DBV was recorded at 56,405 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2022, an average of 2,274 miles a year.
Has Y605 DBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y605 DBV has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y605 DBV 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 Y605 DBV find?
Y605 DBV failed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2022 with 5 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill; offside front brake pipe excessively corroded, and 3 more.

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