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Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

K40 YLFMOT history

K40 YLF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 78,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

K40 YLF black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
78,269 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,860 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 YLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 YLF was last recorded at 78,269 miles on 15 May 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,250 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
7,860 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,269 miles
  • 2024 – 69,064 miles
  • 2023 – 61,808 miles
  • 2022 – 52,171 miles
  • 2021 – 42,584 miles
  • 2020 – 33,506 miles
  • 2019 – 23,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,269 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 15 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,269 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    78,269 miles
    Test number
    889891389616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail78,250 miles (+9,186)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,250 miles
    Test number
    122339932549
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass69,064 miles (+7,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    69,064 miles
    Test number
    475727754642
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass61,808 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    61,808 miles
    Test number
    682232978850
    • 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))

  5. Fail61,808 miles (+9,637)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,808 miles
    Test number
    376769289759
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  6. Pass52,171 miles (+9,587)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    52,171 miles
    Test number
    164769423352
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass42,584 miles (+9,078)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    42,584 miles
    Test number
    270488645464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass33,506 miles (+10,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    33,506 miles
    Test number
    489685191153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass23,243 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    23,243 miles
    Test number
    863768276625
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about K40 YLF

Does K40 YLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 YLF is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 YLF?
The MOT on K40 YLF is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 YLF done?
K40 YLF was recorded at 78,269 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 7,860 miles a year.
Has K40 YLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 YLF has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on K40 YLF 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 YLF find?
K40 YLF passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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