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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Petrol · 2016 · 1,595 cc

LA12 ARMMOT history

LA12 ARM is a blue petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 77,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LA12 ARM blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
77,282 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,065 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA12 ARM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA12 ARM was last recorded at 77,282 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 7,870 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
69,412 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,870 miles
Average per year
7,065 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,282 miles
  • 2025 – 69,412 miles
  • 2024 – 60,535 miles
  • 2023 – 53,200 miles
  • 2022 – 45,673 miles
  • 2021 – 39,243 miles
  • 2020 – 36,665 miles
  • 2019 – 27,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,282 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 25 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,282 miles (+7,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    77,282 miles
    Test number
    863095263231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass69,412 miles (+8,877)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    69,412 miles
    Test number
    593811125586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass60,535 miles (+7,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    60,535 miles
    Test number
    749807248182
    • 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))

  4. Pass53,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    53,200 miles
    Test number
    669796539626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail53,200 miles (+7,527)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,200 miles
    Test number
    836990740093
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass45,673 miles (+6,430)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    45,673 miles
    Test number
    342251695977
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass39,243 miles (+2,578)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,243 miles
    Test number
    418805612849
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass36,665 miles (+8,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    36,665 miles
    Test number
    433947603496
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Pass27,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    27,708 miles
    Test number
    464934565273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA12 ARM

Does LA12 ARM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA12 ARM is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA12 ARM?
The MOT on LA12 ARM is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA12 ARM done?
LA12 ARM was recorded at 77,282 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 7,065 miles a year.
Has LA12 ARM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA12 ARM has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LA12 ARM 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 LA12 ARM find?
LA12 ARM passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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