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Mercedes-Benz GLA

White · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

J8 DYWMOT history

J8 DYW is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz GLA first used on 30 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 131,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

J8 DYW white Mercedes-Benz Gla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
131,855 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 DYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLA
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 DYW was last recorded at 131,855 miles on 20 May 2026, 7,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,531 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7,324 miles
Average per year
9,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,855 miles
  • 2025 – 124,531 miles
  • 2024 – 120,018 miles
  • 2023 – 110,955 miles
  • 2022 – 99,323 miles
  • 2021 – 90,718 miles
  • 2020 – 84,814 miles
  • 2019 – 67,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,855 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Advise full under vehicle covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 3 Apr 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,855 miles (+7,324)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    131,855 miles
    Test number
    836370515961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,531 miles (+4,513)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    124,531 miles
    Test number
    948647273116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    120,018 miles
    Test number
    758285150441
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,018 miles (+9,063)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,018 miles
    Test number
    858863455820
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass110,955 miles (+23)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    110,955 miles
    Test number
    713685603539
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise full under vehicle cover fitted not allowing full inspection testable
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear suspension arm covers fitted

  6. Fail110,932 miles (+11,609)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,932 miles
    Test number
    627120471015
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise full under vehicle cover fitted not allowing full inspection testable
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear suspension arm covers fitted

  7. Pass99,323 miles (+8,605)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,323 miles
    Test number
    968776532490
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge plus cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge plus cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise full under vehicle covers fitted
    • AdvisoryAdvise rear suspension cover fitted
    • AdvisoryAdvise slight uneven application to front brakes

  8. Pass90,718 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    90,718 miles
    Test number
    786415482757
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise full engine bay cover fitted
    • AdvisoryAdvise full under vehicle covers fitted

  9. Fail90,710 miles (+5,896)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,710 miles
    Test number
    175368618955
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise full engine bay cover fitted
    • AdvisoryAdvise full under vehicle covers fitted

  10. Pass84,814 miles (+17,475)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    84,814 miles
    Test number
    904605774086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,339 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    67,339 miles
    Test number
    278903308620
    • AdvisoryFRONT NUMBER PLATE CRACKED...
    • AdvisoryREAR BRAKE PADS AT APPROX 5 MM...

Questions about J8 DYW

Does J8 DYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 DYW is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 DYW?
The MOT on J8 DYW is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 DYW done?
J8 DYW was recorded at 131,855 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 9,049 miles a year.
Has J8 DYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 DYW has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 DYW 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 J8 DYW find?
J8 DYW passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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