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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Gold · Petrol · 2007 · 1,699 cc

L20 TEAMOT history

L20 TEA is a gold petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 May 2007. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 116,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

L20 TEA gold Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
116,042 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 TEA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,699 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 May 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 TEA was last recorded at 116,042 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,042 miles · 9 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,042 miles
  • 2025 – 109,006 miles
  • 2024 – 104,296 miles
  • 2023 – 99,054 miles
  • 2022 – 94,702 miles
  • 2021 – 90,114 miles
  • 2020 – 86,359 miles
  • 2019 – 79,478 miles
  • 2018 – 72,976 miles
  • 2017 – 65,338 miles
  • 2016 – 59,545 miles
  • 2015 – 53,037 miles
  • 2014 – 47,513 miles
  • 2013 – 42,239 miles
  • 2012 – 36,345 miles
  • 2011 – 29,730 miles
  • 2010 – 22,804 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,042 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Shock absorbers has light misting of oil NSF & OSF

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    116,042 miles
    Test number
    830968380948
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail116,042 miles (+7,036)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,042 miles
    Test number
    475256626764
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass109,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    109,006 miles
    Test number
    896245877189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail109,006 miles (+4,710)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,006 miles
    Test number
    836257847679
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass104,296 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,296 miles
    Test number
    157387346091
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil NSF & OSF (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail104,264 miles (+5,210)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,264 miles
    Test number
    365515291896
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil NSF & OSF (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass99,054 miles (+4,352)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,054 miles
    Test number
    997585067220
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass94,702 miles (+4,588)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    94,702 miles
    Test number
    506127765395
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material as marked [both sides ] (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass90,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,114 miles
    Test number
    629570065356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,114 miles (+3,755)1 dangerous2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,114 miles
    Test number
    902019526655
    • DangerousElectronic power steering that is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels to the extent that the steering is adversely affected warning light permanently on (2.6 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault light on, centre dashboard (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play as marked . (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass86,359 miles (+6,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    86,359 miles
    Test number
    682806577243
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass79,478 miles (+6,502)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,478 miles
    Test number
    866143054348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass72,976 miles (+7,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    72,976 miles
    Test number
    180056727406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass65,338 miles (+5,793)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,338 miles
    Test number
    641217562037
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass59,545 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,545 miles
    Test number
    356194754976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,037 miles (+5,524)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,037 miles
    Test number
    515122335113
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass47,513 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,513 miles
    Test number
    569113934182
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail47,513 miles (+5,274)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,513 miles
    Test number
    987863634132
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass42,239 miles (+5,894)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,239 miles
    Test number
    238521143432
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass36,345 miles (+6,615)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    36,345 miles
    Test number
    946490232153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,730 miles (+6,926)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,730 miles
    Test number
    118437131177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,804 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    22,804 miles
    Test number
    140649630155
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn low on outer edge

Questions about L20 TEA

Does L20 TEA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 TEA is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 TEA?
The MOT on L20 TEA is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 TEA done?
L20 TEA was recorded at 116,042 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 5,773 miles a year.
Has L20 TEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 TEA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 TEA 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 L20 TEA find?
L20 TEA passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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