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Beige · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

L21 OBXMOT history

L21 OBX is a beige diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 12 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 89,435 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

L21 OBX beige Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
89,435 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,379 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 OBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
12 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 OBX was last recorded at 89,435 miles on 21 May 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,424 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
10,379 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,435 miles
  • 2025 – 73,317 miles
  • 2024 – 58,195 miles
  • 2023 – 54,460 miles
  • 2022 – 46,674 miles
  • 2021 – 39,476 miles
  • 2020 – 30,752 miles
  • 2019 – 18,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,435 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 17 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,435 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    89,435 miles
    Test number
    314945282125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail89,424 miles (+16,107)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,424 miles
    Test number
    564237929038
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass73,317 miles (+15,122)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,317 miles
    Test number
    105838815537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,195 miles (+3,735)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    58,195 miles
    Test number
    330594676261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,460 miles (+84)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    54,460 miles
    Test number
    389752188236
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Fail54,376 miles (+7,702)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,376 miles
    Test number
    156837337470
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Pass46,674 miles (+7,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    46,674 miles
    Test number
    721678620300
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt All rear
  8. Pass39,476 miles (+8,724)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,476 miles
    Test number
    454375062150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,752 miles (+12,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    30,752 miles
    Test number
    299404227579
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass18,396 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    18,396 miles
    Test number
    435750170778
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Questions about L21 OBX

Does L21 OBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L21 OBX is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L21 OBX?
The MOT on L21 OBX is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L21 OBX done?
L21 OBX was recorded at 89,435 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 10,379 miles a year.
Has L21 OBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 OBX has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L21 OBX 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 OBX find?
L21 OBX passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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