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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Diesel · 2015 · 1,461 cc

K12 FAWMOT history

K12 FAW is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 6 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 107,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

K12 FAW red Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,102 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,840 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K12 FAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
6 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K12 FAW was last recorded at 107,102 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 122 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,980 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
122 miles
Average per year
8,840 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,102 miles
  • 2025 – 98,999 miles
  • 2024 – 91,629 miles
  • 2023 – 82,840 miles
  • 2022 – 70,216 miles
  • 2021 – 61,321 miles
  • 2020 – 56,910 miles
  • 2019 – 45,648 miles
  • 2018 – 35,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,102 miles
  • AdvisoryFull sill covers and undertrays fitted at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Feb 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,102 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,102 miles
    Test number
    118777470956
    • AdvisoryFull sill covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

  2. Fail106,980 miles (+7,981)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,980 miles
    Test number
    767403276851
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull sill covers and undertrays fitted at time of test

  3. Pass98,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    98,999 miles
    Test number
    825334249084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (raised edge tyre) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (raised edge tyre) (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail98,999 miles (+7,370)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,999 miles
    Test number
    241707450165
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (raised edge tyre) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (raised edge tyre) (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass91,629 miles (+8,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,629 miles
    Test number
    751848694862
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass82,840 miles (+12,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    82,840 miles
    Test number
    527550064907
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass70,216 miles (+8,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    70,216 miles
    Test number
    880571768857
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass61,321 miles (+4,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,321 miles
    Test number
    875164867284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass56,910 miles (+114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,910 miles
    Test number
    821360296537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail56,796 miles (+11,148)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,796 miles
    Test number
    983265666447
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass45,648 miles (+306)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    45,648 miles
    Test number
    894654020914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,342 miles (+9,538)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,342 miles
    Test number
    474100371324
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass35,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,804 miles
    Test number
    141096988824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K12 FAW

Does K12 FAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K12 FAW is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K12 FAW?
The MOT on K12 FAW is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K12 FAW done?
K12 FAW was recorded at 107,102 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 8,840 miles a year.
Has K12 FAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K12 FAW has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K12 FAW 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 K12 FAW find?
K12 FAW passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: full sill covers and undertrays fitted at time of test.

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