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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,461 cc

L31 LYWMOT history

L31 LYW is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 3 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 82,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

L31 LYW white Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,715 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 LYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
3 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 LYW was last recorded at 82,715 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 6,590 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,125 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,590 miles
Average per year
7,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,715 miles
  • 2024 – 76,125 miles
  • 2023 – 65,891 miles
  • 2022 – 56,522 miles
  • 2021 – 49,294 miles
  • 2020 – 40,727 miles
  • 2019 – 34,909 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,715 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

10 tests since 12 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    308493405198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail82,715 miles (+6,590)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,715 miles
    Test number
    288299695826
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass76,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    668064219563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,125 miles (+10,234)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,125 miles
    Test number
    581275273769
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass65,891 miles (+9,369)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    65,891 miles
    Test number
    603553623508
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Lens damaged and slightly damp inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass56,522 miles (+7,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    56,522 miles
    Test number
    366379607957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass49,294 miles (+6)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,294 miles
    Test number
    515185945346
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail49,288 miles (+8,561)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,288 miles
    Test number
    449692640600
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass40,727 miles (+5,818)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    40,727 miles
    Test number
    682144060139
    • AdvisoryMANUFACTURER UNDER TRAYS FITTED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass34,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    34,909 miles
    Test number
    327334946210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L31 LYW

Does L31 LYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 LYW is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L31 LYW?
The MOT on L31 LYW is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 LYW done?
L31 LYW was recorded at 82,715 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 7,973 miles a year.
Has L31 LYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 LYW has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on L31 LYW 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 L31 LYW find?
L31 LYW passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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