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Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

L21 BSLMOT history

L21 BSL is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 16 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 89,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

L21 BSL black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,205 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 BSL
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
2017
First used
16 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 BSL was last recorded at 89,205 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 8,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,711 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,494 miles
Average per year
8,469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,205 miles
  • 2025 – 80,711 miles
  • 2024 – 71,468 miles
  • 2023 – 57,464 miles
  • 2022 – 49,257 miles
  • 2021 – 41,898 miles
  • 2020 – 37,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,205 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

9 tests since 5 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,205 miles (+8,494)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,205 miles
    Test number
    5732337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass80,711 miles (+9,243)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    80,711 miles
    Test number
    362408945807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass71,468 miles (+14,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    71,468 miles
    Test number
    605196130528
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass57,464 miles (+8,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    57,464 miles
    Test number
    339767521805
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass49,257 miles (+7,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    49,257 miles
    Test number
    296739554785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass41,898 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    41,898 miles
    Test number
    916452871371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail41,896 miles (+4,444)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,896 miles
    Test number
    607794845271
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass37,452 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    37,452 miles
    Test number
    778606561509
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Fail37,452 miles2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,452 miles
    Test number
    237177126451
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner edge. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Questions about L21 BSL

Does L21 BSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 BSL is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 BSL?
The MOT on L21 BSL is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 BSL done?
L21 BSL was recorded at 89,205 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 8,469 miles a year.
Has L21 BSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 BSL has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on L21 BSL 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 L21 BSL find?
L21 BSL passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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