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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,689 cc

L5 GWPMOT history

L5 GWP is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 48,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
48,856 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 GWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 GWP was last recorded at 48,856 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,838 miles · 14 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,856 miles
  • 2020 – 48,838 miles
  • 2019 – 48,251 miles
  • 2018 – 47,106 miles
  • 2017 – 46,472 miles
  • 2016 – 45,518 miles
  • 2015 – 44,561 miles
  • 2014 – 43,636 miles
  • 2013 – 42,793 miles
  • 2012 – 42,131 miles
  • 2011 – 41,031 miles
  • 2010 – 39,856 miles
  • 2009 – 38,139 miles
  • 2008 – 36,109 miles
  • 2007 – 34,336 miles
  • 2006 – 32,272 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,856 miles
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,856 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    48,856 miles
    Test number
    772287693210
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass48,838 miles (+587)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,838 miles
    Test number
    781765833590
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass48,251 miles (+1,145)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,251 miles
    Test number
    928472734651
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass47,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,106 miles
    Test number
    141143896199
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted, unable to do full inspection

  5. Fail47,106 miles (+634)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,106 miles
    Test number
    809705149687
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted, unable to do full inspection

  6. Pass46,472 miles (+954)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    46,472 miles
    Test number
    130660254841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,518 miles
    Test number
    638087680327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail45,518 miles (+957)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,518 miles
    Test number
    618485224406
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  9. Pass44,561 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,561 miles
    Test number
    988930325148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,636 miles (+843)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,636 miles
    Test number
    126430024158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,793 miles (+662)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,793 miles
    Test number
    227535213488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass42,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,131 miles
    Test number
    229949022137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,131 miles (+1,100)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,131 miles
    Test number
    287654622475
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass41,031 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,031 miles
    Test number
    179829321103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail41,031 miles (+1,175)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,031 miles
    Test number
    738294621136
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass39,856 miles (+1,717)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,856 miles
    Test number
    330553730137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,139 miles (+2,030)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,139 miles
    Test number
    701263639102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,109 miles (+1,773)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    36,109 miles
    Test number
    141143548159
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front brake discs inner edges

  19. Pass34,336 miles (+2,064)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,336 miles
    Test number
    452563547128
    • NoteBoth front disc`s edges corroded slightly
    • NoteFront under cover damp slightly

  20. Pass32,272 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,272 miles
    Test number
    123325646189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 GWP

Does L5 GWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 GWP is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L5 GWP?
The MOT on L5 GWP is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 GWP done?
L5 GWP was recorded at 48,856 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 852 miles a year.
Has L5 GWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 GWP has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on L5 GWP 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 L5 GWP find?
L5 GWP passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear.

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