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Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,461 cc

L18 GRLMOT history

L18 GRL is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 27 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 90,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

L18 GRL grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
90,569 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 GRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 GRL was last recorded at 90,569 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 23,819 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,750 miles · 8 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
23,819 miles
Average per year
7,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,569 miles
  • 2024 – 66,750 miles
  • 2023 – 62,800 miles
  • 2022 – 56,458 miles
  • 2021 – 52,677 miles
  • 2020 – 48,909 miles
  • 2019 – 40,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,569 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 7 Jun 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,569 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    90,569 miles
    Test number
    355221747703
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Fail90,569 miles (+23,819)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,569 miles
    Test number
    269485573988
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass66,750 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    66,750 miles
    Test number
    801635527652
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Fail66,750 miles (+3,950)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,750 miles
    Test number
    175345019777
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass62,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    62,800 miles
    Test number
    178474725171
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail62,800 miles (+6,342)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,800 miles
    Test number
    415071062497
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass56,458 miles (+3,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    56,458 miles
    Test number
    885897464258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and outer (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass52,677 miles (+3,768)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    52,677 miles
    Test number
    767172903017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,909 miles (+8,306)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,909 miles
    Test number
    901217969772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass40,603 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    40,603 miles
    Test number
    724651945205
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

Questions about L18 GRL

Does L18 GRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 GRL is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 GRL?
The MOT on L18 GRL is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 GRL done?
L18 GRL was recorded at 90,569 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 7,011 miles a year.
Has L18 GRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 GRL has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 GRL 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 L18 GRL find?
L18 GRL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: rear windscreen wiper blade defective.

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