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Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,991 cc

A12 LALMOT history

A12 LAL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 17 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

A12 LAL black Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
125,445 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 LAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 LAL was last recorded at 125,445 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 7,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,160 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,285 miles
Average per year
7,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,445 miles
  • 2024 – 118,160 miles
  • 2022 – 106,544 miles
  • 2021 – 101,264 miles
  • 2020 – 94,079 miles
  • 2019 – 83,990 miles
  • 2018 – 76,010 miles
  • 2017 – 68,802 miles
  • 2016 – 60,712 miles
  • 2015 – 46,887 miles
  • 2014 – 35,849 miles
  • 2013 – 30,895 miles
  • 2012 – 30,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,445 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 16 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,445 miles (+7,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    125,445 miles
    Test number
    918582527201
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass118,160 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    118,160 miles
    Test number
    736076031982
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides egdes (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail118,160 miles (+5,524)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,160 miles
    Test number
    287268853618
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides egdes (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass112,636 miles (+6,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    112,636 miles
    Test number
    736369548263
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass106,544 miles (+5,280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    106,544 miles
    Test number
    742005540931
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass101,264 miles (+7,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,264 miles
    Test number
    944107854963
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass94,079 miles (+10,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    94,079 miles
    Test number
    112323896225
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass83,990 miles (+7,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,990 miles
    Test number
    327590850674
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass76,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,010 miles
    Test number
    742971343846
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  10. Fail76,006 miles (+7,204)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,006 miles
    Test number
    329335471076
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  11. Pass68,802 miles (+8,090)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    68,802 miles
    Test number
    902385519527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,712 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,712 miles
    Test number
    614328508920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail60,712 miles (+13,825)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,712 miles
    Test number
    796562948389
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass46,887 miles (+11,038)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,887 miles
    Test number
    905156942049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,849 miles (+4,954)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,849 miles
    Test number
    998246304296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,895 miles (+279)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    30,895 miles
    Test number
    339024923409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,616 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    30,616 miles
    Test number
    567961522322
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Questions about A12 LAL

Does A12 LAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 LAL is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 LAL?
The MOT on A12 LAL is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 LAL done?
A12 LAL was recorded at 125,445 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 7,223 miles a year.
Has A12 LAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 LAL has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on A12 LAL 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 A12 LAL find?
A12 LAL passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges.

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