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Mercedes-Benz GLA

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

L40 LPBMOT history

L40 LPB is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz GLA first used on 18 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 58,111 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

L40 LPB grey Mercedes-Benz Gla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,111 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 LPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLA
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
18 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 LPB was last recorded at 58,111 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 4,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
53,401 miles · 2 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,710 miles
Average per year
3,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,111 miles
  • 2025 – 53,401 miles
  • 2024 – 50,516 miles
  • 2023 – 45,490 miles
  • 2022 – 41,255 miles
  • 2021 – 36,816 miles
  • 2020 – 34,054 miles
  • 2019 – 28,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,111 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 22 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,111 miles (+4,710)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,111 miles
    Test number
    249423760692
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass53,401 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    53,401 miles
    Test number
    415635489939
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail53,999 miles (+3,483)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,999 miles
    Test number
    837751957190
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass50,516 miles (+5,026)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    50,516 miles
    Test number
    386654309394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass45,490 miles (+4,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    45,490 miles
    Test number
    744443021588
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass41,255 miles (+4,439)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    41,255 miles
    Test number
    797006086058
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing stepped on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass36,816 miles (+2,762)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    36,816 miles
    Test number
    350082084570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass34,054 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    34,054 miles
    Test number
    296465359285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,454 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    28,454 miles
    Test number
    124504457165
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS & OS Stepped on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L40 LPB

Does L40 LPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 LPB is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 LPB?
The MOT on L40 LPB is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 LPB done?
L40 LPB was recorded at 58,111 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 3,950 miles a year.
Has L40 LPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 LPB has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 LPB 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 L40 LPB find?
L40 LPB passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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