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Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,595 cc

L18 RBXMOT history

L18 RBX is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 22 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 6 of 10 MOT tests, with 125,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

L18 RBX black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
125,558 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
6 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 RBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
22 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 RBX was last recorded at 125,558 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,538 miles · 7 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
11,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,558 miles
  • 2025 – 120,497 miles
  • 2024 – 114,706 miles
  • 2023 – 96,574 miles
  • 2022 – 77,739 miles
  • 2020 – 51,131 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,558 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Both rear tyres slightly out off shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

10 tests since 28 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,558 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    125,558 miles
    Test number
    260937192344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail125,538 miles (+5,041)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,538 miles
    Test number
    420862236391
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inside pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass120,497 miles (+5,791)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    120,497 miles
    Test number
    263765693265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    114,706 miles
    Test number
    852854584319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail114,706 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,706 miles
    Test number
    862666317094
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly out off shape

  6. Fail114,706 miles (+18,132)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,706 miles
    Test number
    811506566622
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly out off shape

  7. Pass96,574 miles (+18,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    96,574 miles
    Test number
    365968113495
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have feathered/uneven wear to their inner edges

  8. Pass77,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    77,739 miles
    Test number
    149846115593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,739 miles (+26,608)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,739 miles
    Test number
    862035243922
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass51,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,131 miles
    Test number
    189894276659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 RBX

Does L18 RBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 RBX is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 RBX?
The MOT on L18 RBX is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 RBX done?
L18 RBX was recorded at 125,558 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 11,970 miles a year.
Has L18 RBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 RBX has failed 4 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 RBX 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 RBX find?
L18 RBX passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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