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Mercedes-Benz GLA

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

J9 DOWMOT history

J9 DOW is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz GLA first used on 18 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 61,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

J9 DOW grey Mercedes-Benz Gla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
61,339 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 DOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLA
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
18 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 DOW was last recorded at 61,339 miles on 12 May 2026, 5,721 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
55,618 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5,721 miles
Average per year
5,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,339 miles
  • 2025 – 55,618 miles
  • 2024 – 46,728 miles
  • 2022 – 39,861 miles
  • 2020 – 33,645 miles
  • 2019 – 28,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,339 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 18 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,339 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    61,339 miles
    Test number
    406108816189
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail61,339 miles (+5,721)1 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,339 miles
    Test number
    836761555435
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshner on mirror
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass55,618 miles (+8,890)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,618 miles
    Test number
    748502566669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass46,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    46,728 miles
    Test number
    157476237503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail46,728 miles (+6,867)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,728 miles
    Test number
    696472672801
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass39,861 miles (+6,216)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    39,861 miles
    Test number
    959121657261
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass33,645 miles (+5,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    33,645 miles
    Test number
    379709712133
    • AdvisoryT.P.M.S Lamp illuminated

  8. Pass28,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    28,100 miles
    Test number
    495533757565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 DOW

Does J9 DOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J9 DOW is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J9 DOW?
The MOT on J9 DOW is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J9 DOW done?
J9 DOW was recorded at 61,339 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 5,129 miles a year.
Has J9 DOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 DOW has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on J9 DOW 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 J9 DOW find?
J9 DOW passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on treads; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn inner edge; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides on outer sidewalls.

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