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Mercedes-Benz GLA

Red · Petrol · 2018 · 1,595 cc

LB18 WBLMOT history

LB18 WBL is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz GLA first used on 4 Jul 2018. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 5 of 9 MOT tests, with 55,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
55,595 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
5 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB18 WBL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
4 Jul 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB18 WBL was last recorded at 55,595 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,590 miles · 26 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,595 miles
  • 2025 – 49,230 miles
  • 2023 – 45,463 miles
  • 2022 – 40,111 miles
  • 2021 – 27,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail55,595 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

9 tests since 8 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail55,595 miles (+5)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,595 miles
    Test number
    183881868014
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  2. Fail55,590 miles (+818)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,590 miles
    Test number
    930274230383
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass54,772 miles (+5,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    54,772 miles
    Test number
    824504693674
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass49,230 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    49,230 miles
    Test number
    277538928681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively
  5. Fail49,230 miles (+3,767)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,230 miles
    Test number
    467860492066
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively
  6. Pass45,463 miles (+5,352)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    45,463 miles
    Test number
    882726025118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    40,111 miles
    Test number
    361071108001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail40,111 miles (+12,658)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,111 miles
    Test number
    151614395915
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass27,453 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    27,453 miles
    Test number
    528625914255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Questions about LB18 WBL

Does LB18 WBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB18 WBL is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB18 WBL?
The MOT on LB18 WBL is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB18 WBL done?
LB18 WBL was recorded at 55,595 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 5,312 miles a year.
Has LB18 WBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB18 WBL has failed 4 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB18 WBL 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 LB18 WBL find?
LB18 WBL failed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 major defect: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction.

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