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Grey · Diesel · 2018 · 1,461 cc

L7 VYFMOT history

L7 VYF is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 19 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 81,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

L7 VYF grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,698 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 VYF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
19 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 VYF was last recorded at 81,698 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 9,551 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,147 miles · 23 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,551 miles
Average per year
9,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,698 miles
  • 2025 – 72,147 miles
  • 2024 – 66,400 miles
  • 2022 – 60,479 miles
  • 2021 – 45,031 miles
  • 2020 – 31,488 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,698 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 19 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,698 miles
    Test number
    543924313842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail81,698 miles (+9,551)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,698 miles
    Test number
    435935670682
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass72,147 miles (+5,747)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    72,147 miles
    Test number
    780917745828
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass66,400 miles (+5,921)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,400 miles
    Test number
    543171441266
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass60,479 miles (+15,448)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    60,479 miles
    Test number
    233038215245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass45,031 miles (+13,543)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    45,031 miles
    Test number
    390154112275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass31,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    31,488 miles
    Test number
    666224439013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail31,488 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,488 miles
    Test number
    416259281406
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Questions about L7 VYF

Does L7 VYF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 VYF is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 VYF?
The MOT on L7 VYF is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 VYF done?
L7 VYF was recorded at 81,698 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 9,034 miles a year.
Has L7 VYF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 VYF has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 VYF 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 VYF find?
L7 VYF passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear coil spring corroded.

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