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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,898 cc

Y879 AGHMOT history

Y879 AGH is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 7 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Jun 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2023.

Y879 AGH silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Jun 2024
Mileage
72,569 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 AGH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,898 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 AGH was last recorded at 72,569 miles on 5 Jun 2023, 1,476 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,093 miles · 3 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
1,476 miles
Average per year
2,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 72,569 miles
  • 2022 – 71,093 miles
  • 2020 – 69,523 miles
  • 2019 – 68,600 miles
  • 2018 – 64,797 miles
  • 2017 – 61,181 miles
  • 2016 – 56,382 miles
  • 2015 – 53,324 miles
  • 2014 – 50,297 miles
  • 2013 – 47,859 miles
  • 2012 – 45,698 miles
  • 2011 – 42,487 miles
  • 2010 – 39,541 miles
  • 2009 – 36,106 miles
  • 2008 – 33,051 miles
  • 2006 – 27,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,569 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,569 miles (+1,476)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    72,569 miles
    Test number
    974858805594
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass71,093 miles (+1,570)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,093 miles
    Test number
    590909756561
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass69,523 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    69,523 miles
    Test number
    678025191328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail69,523 miles (+923)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,523 miles
    Test number
    814222991398
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass68,600 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    68,600 miles
    Test number
    282980592610
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Fail68,531 miles (+3,734)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,531 miles
    Test number
    308772273838
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass64,797 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    64,797 miles
    Test number
    748964927062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,796 miles (+3,615)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,796 miles
    Test number
    433819735924
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  9. Pass61,181 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,181 miles
    Test number
    762492270403
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  10. Fail61,181 miles (+4,799)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,181 miles
    Test number
    676680476648
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  11. Pass56,382 miles (+3,058)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    56,382 miles
    Test number
    652776825190
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre outer wall damaged
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly

  12. Pass53,324 miles (+3,027)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,324 miles
    Test number
    246664715171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre outer wall damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass50,297 miles (+2,438)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,297 miles
    Test number
    796424314105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,859 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,859 miles
    Test number
    227658603175
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail47,859 miles (+2,161)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,859 miles
    Test number
    166298103107
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass45,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,698 miles
    Test number
    967186912139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail45,698 miles (+3,211)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,698 miles
    Test number
    897245012103
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass42,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    42,487 miles
    Test number
    476306791054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,487 miles (+2,946)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,487 miles
    Test number
    726456291099
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass39,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,541 miles
    Test number
    133685100146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,540 miles (+3,434)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,540 miles
    Test number
    270925500402
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass36,106 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,106 miles
    Test number
    821130799091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail36,104 miles (+3,053)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,104 miles
    Test number
    390229889064
    • FailureDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (1.7.4b)

  24. Pass33,051 miles (+5,438)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,051 miles
    Test number
    780919308191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,613 miles
    Test number
    244202396288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 AGH

Does Y879 AGH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y879 AGH expired on 4 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y879 AGH?
The MOT on Y879 AGH expired on 4 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y879 AGH done?
Y879 AGH was recorded at 72,569 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2023, an average of 2,704 miles a year.
Has Y879 AGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 AGH has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on Y879 AGH 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 Y879 AGH find?
Y879 AGH passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2023 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play; nearside front outer track rod end slightly misaligned, and 1 more.

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