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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,498 cc

K40 RHNMOT history

K40 RHN is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 28 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 45,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

K40 RHN silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
45,468 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 RHN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 RHN was last recorded at 45,468 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,464 miles · 28 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,468 miles
  • 2025 – 44,240 miles
  • 2024 – 42,459 miles
  • 2023 – 40,198 miles
  • 2022 – 39,820 miles
  • 2021 – 38,191 miles
  • 2020 – 37,384 miles
  • 2019 – 33,248 miles
  • 2018 – 32,329 miles
  • 2017 – 30,531 miles
  • 2016 – 27,750 miles
  • 2015 – 25,468 miles
  • 2014 – 22,693 miles
  • 2013 – 19,737 miles
  • 2012 – 17,014 miles
  • 2011 – 14,190 miles
  • 2010 – 11,486 miles
  • 2009 – 8,377 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,468 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUnder corrosionRecorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside front tyre has a piece of metal in it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front brake back plate corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front brake back plate corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,468 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    45,468 miles
    Test number
    123981342058
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder corrosion

  2. Fail45,464 miles (+1,224)11 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,464 miles
    Test number
    949157199084
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder corrosion

  3. Pass44,240 miles (+1,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    44,240 miles
    Test number
    672560329778
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass42,459 miles (+2,261)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    42,459 miles
    Test number
    482599363182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,198 miles (+378)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    40,198 miles
    Test number
    191315796000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,820 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    39,820 miles
    Test number
    607681690122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail39,817 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,817 miles
    Test number
    701196314756
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail39,817 miles (+1,626)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,817 miles
    Test number
    215388191619
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass38,191 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    38,191 miles
    Test number
    858175099109
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has a piece of metal in it

  10. Fail38,191 miles (+807)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,191 miles
    Test number
    552027811436
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has a piece of metal in it

  11. Pass37,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    37,384 miles
    Test number
    488011813770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,384 miles (+4,136)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,384 miles
    Test number
    938714001917
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass33,248 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    33,248 miles
    Test number
    977918414402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate corroded

  14. Fail33,246 miles (+917)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,246 miles
    Test number
    892930347263
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake back plate corroded

  15. Pass32,329 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    32,329 miles
    Test number
    313902978079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  16. Fail32,329 miles (+1,798)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,329 miles
    Test number
    863307787986
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  17. Pass30,531 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    30,531 miles
    Test number
    452512938313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront/rearand centre brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank neck corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface corrosion

  18. Fail30,531 miles (+2,781)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,531 miles
    Test number
    367311238666
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear shocker casings corroded
    • AdvisoryFront/rearand centre brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel tank neck corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside surface corrosion

  19. Pass27,750 miles (+2,282)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    27,750 miles
    Test number
    599093009020
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryUnderside corrosion

  20. Pass25,468 miles (+2,775)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    25,468 miles
    Test number
    833913689491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,693 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    22,693 miles
    Test number
    765307684233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,689 miles (+2,952)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,689 miles
    Test number
    406756784205
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  23. Pass19,737 miles (+2,723)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    19,737 miles
    Test number
    299363983222
    • NoteSlight cracking on both rear tyres

  24. Pass17,014 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    17,014 miles
    Test number
    467287672236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    14,190 miles
    Test number
    428564981272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail14,190 miles (+2,704)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,190 miles
    Test number
    315824781478
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  27. Pass11,486 miles (+3,109)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    11,486 miles
    Test number
    443165380215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass8,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    8,377 miles
    Test number
    444455879273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 RHN

Does K40 RHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 RHN is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 RHN?
The MOT on K40 RHN is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 RHN done?
K40 RHN was recorded at 45,468 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 2,247 miles a year.
Has K40 RHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 RHN has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 RHN 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 K40 RHN find?
K40 RHN passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; under corrosion.

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