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Mercedes-Benz GLA

Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

K18 FORMOT history

K18 FOR is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz GLA first used on 6 Apr 2017. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 53,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

K18 FOR black Mercedes-Benz Gla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
53,035 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
4,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 FOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLA
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
6 Apr 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 FOR was last recorded at 53,035 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 4,328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
48,707 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,328 miles
Average per year
4,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,035 miles
  • 2025 – 48,707 miles
  • 2024 – 45,213 miles
  • 2023 – 41,293 miles
  • 2022 – 34,209 miles
  • 2021 – 28,138 miles
  • 2020 – 21,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,035 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 25 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,035 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    53,035 miles
    Test number
    319188782658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail53,035 miles (+4,328)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,035 miles
    Test number
    119777904340
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass48,707 miles (+3,494)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    48,707 miles
    Test number
    926559585950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass45,213 miles (+3,920)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    45,213 miles
    Test number
    655399985160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass41,293 miles (+7,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    41,293 miles
    Test number
    301641733015
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass34,209 miles (+6,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    34,209 miles
    Test number
    480316994165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass28,138 miles (+6,232)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    28,138 miles
    Test number
    489022171853

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass21,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    21,906 miles
    Test number
    331926984247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 FOR

Does K18 FOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K18 FOR is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K18 FOR?
The MOT on K18 FOR is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K18 FOR done?
K18 FOR was recorded at 53,035 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 4,950 miles a year.
Has K18 FOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 FOR has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K18 FOR 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 K18 FOR find?
K18 FOR passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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