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Mercedes-Benz A

Grey · Diesel · 2019 · 1,950 cc

L23 ESGMOT history

L23 ESG is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz A first used on 27 Jun 2019. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 99,925 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

L23 ESG grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
99,925 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 ESG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,950 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
27 Jun 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 ESG was last recorded at 99,925 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,922 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
12,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,925 miles
  • 2025 – 89,697 miles
  • 2024 – 76,060 miles
  • 2023 – 62,580 miles
  • 2022 – 49,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,925 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))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 Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

7 tests since 25 Jul 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,925 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    99,925 miles
    Test number
    386638276856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail99,922 miles (+10,225)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,922 miles
    Test number
    591798559123
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass89,697 miles (+13,637)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    89,697 miles
    Test number
    506074266493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,060 miles (+13,480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    76,060 miles
    Test number
    418220197499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass62,580 miles (+12,872)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    62,580 miles
    Test number
    315282461408
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips central and N/S/F of windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Both wiper blades smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass49,708 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    49,708 miles
    Test number
    555476057475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Fail49,707 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,707 miles
    Test number
    779201919003
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Questions about L23 ESG

Does L23 ESG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 ESG is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 ESG?
The MOT on L23 ESG is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 ESG done?
L23 ESG was recorded at 99,925 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 12,503 miles a year.
Has L23 ESG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 ESG has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 ESG 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 L23 ESG find?
L23 ESG passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front undertray not fully secure.

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