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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,992 cc

L6 CAJMOT history

L6 CAJ is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 18 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 37,821 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

L6 CAJ blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
37,821 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 CAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,992 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 CAJ was last recorded at 37,821 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,235 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
586 miles
Average per year
1,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,821 miles
  • 2025 – 37,235 miles
  • 2024 – 36,474 miles
  • 2023 – 35,217 miles
  • 2022 – 34,124 miles
  • 2021 – 32,797 miles
  • 2020 – 31,464 miles
  • 2019 – 30,167 miles
  • 2018 – 28,433 miles
  • 2016 – 25,429 miles
  • 2015 – 22,461 miles
  • 2014 – 19,607 miles
  • 2013 – 16,533 miles
  • 2012 – 13,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,821 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear corroded
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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 Shocker corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear shocker corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 14 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass37,821 miles (+586)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    37,821 miles
    Test number
    289650024105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass37,235 miles (+761)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    37,235 miles
    Test number
    954537933934
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  3. Pass36,474 miles (+1,257)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    36,474 miles
    Test number
    245024226205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45ZR17 91W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shocker corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  4. Pass35,217 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    35,217 miles
    Test number
    999553857693
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail35,197 miles (+1,073)4 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,197 miles
    Test number
    523815435541
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS message on dash

  6. Pass34,124 miles (+1,327)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    34,124 miles
    Test number
    871654274358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel breather pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipe corroded

  7. Pass32,797 miles (+1,333)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    32,797 miles
    Test number
    321393553909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass31,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    31,464 miles
    Test number
    599016080286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail31,464 miles (+1,297)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,464 miles
    Test number
    946304318921
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass30,167 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    30,167 miles
    Test number
    787852061417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,433 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    28,433 miles
    Test number
    668232265868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,429 miles (+2,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    25,429 miles
    Test number
    259246796022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre small cut in outer sidewall but not to cords
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing inspection of components underneath

  13. Pass22,461 miles (+2,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    22,461 miles
    Test number
    295700122486
    • AdvisoryCuts in nearside front and nearside rear tyres outer sidewalls but not to cords
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of components underneath

  14. Pass19,607 miles (+3,074)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    19,607 miles
    Test number
    737932854347
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass16,533 miles (+3,000)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    16,533 miles
    Test number
    468943753397
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/side front tyre slight cuts in sidewall

  16. Pass13,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    13,533 miles
    Test number
    869719442310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L6 CAJ

Does L6 CAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 CAJ is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L6 CAJ?
The MOT on L6 CAJ is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 CAJ done?
L6 CAJ was recorded at 37,821 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 1,769 miles a year.
Has L6 CAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 CAJ has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on L6 CAJ 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 L6 CAJ find?
L6 CAJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 11 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 8 more.

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