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Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,595 cc

L7 VRBMOT history

L7 VRB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 15 Feb 2018. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 78,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L7 VRB black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
78,897 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 VRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
15 Feb 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 VRB was last recorded at 78,897 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,897 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,897 miles
  • 2025 – 70,272 miles
  • 2024 – 51,938 miles
  • 2023 – 42,856 miles
  • 2022 – 28,692 miles
  • 2021 – 23,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,897 miles

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    78,897 miles
    Test number
    632911477893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail78,897 miles (+8,625)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,897 miles
    Test number
    840890470208
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  3. Pass70,272 miles (+8,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    70,272 miles
    Test number
    321348861532
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Bothsides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass62,167 miles (+61)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    62,167 miles
    Test number
    139954621275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail62,106 miles (+10,168)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,106 miles
    Test number
    797873758151
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam aim not tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system light on ///Front n/s jacking block missing
  6. Pass51,938 miles (+9,082)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    51,938 miles
    Test number
    527183110158
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass42,856 miles (+14,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    42,856 miles
    Test number
    518437370239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth windscreen wipers smearing
  8. Pass28,692 miles (+5,576)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    28,692 miles
    Test number
    228705992901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,116 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    23,116 miles
    Test number
    244272548242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about L7 VRB

Does L7 VRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 VRB is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 VRB?
The MOT on L7 VRB is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 VRB done?
L7 VRB was recorded at 78,897 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 9,929 miles a year.
Has L7 VRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 VRB has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 VRB 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 L7 VRB find?
L7 VRB passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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