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Mercedes-Benz GLA

Silver · Diesel · 2018 · 2,143 cc

LM18 BYCMOT history

LM18 BYC is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz GLA first used on 31 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 129,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LM18 BYC silver Mercedes-Benz Gla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
129,213 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
25,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM18 BYC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLA
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
31 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM18 BYC was last recorded at 129,213 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 30,170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
99,043 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
30,170 miles
Average per year
25,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,213 miles
  • 2024 – 99,043 miles
  • 2023 – 66,746 miles
  • 2022 – 33,167 miles
  • 2021 – 11,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,213 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear tyres, inner edges of treads have uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside front tyre inner edge of tread is worn to 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 19 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    129,213 miles
    Test number
    322452410258
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear tyres, inner edges of treads have uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside front tyre inner edge of tread is worn to 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail129,211 miles (+30,168)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,211 miles
    Test number
    320499136395
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Nearside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn Both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides rear tyres, inner edges of treads have uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside front tyre inner edge of tread is worn to 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,043 miles (+32,297)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    99,043 miles
    Test number
    573813627848
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside front lower suspension arm ball joints (recommend replace) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front shock absorbers have slight play (recommend replace)

  4. Pass66,746 miles (+33,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    66,746 miles
    Test number
    188608193806
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend replace (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass33,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    33,167 miles
    Test number
    410658361084
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear tyres, inner edges of tread have uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail33,167 miles (+21,905)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,167 miles
    Test number
    938594924537
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear tyres, inner edges of tread have uneven wear (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass11,262 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    11,262 miles
    Test number
    540176084870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass9,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    9,452 miles
    Test number
    348935602446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM18 BYC

Does LM18 BYC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM18 BYC is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM18 BYC?
The MOT on LM18 BYC is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM18 BYC done?
LM18 BYC was recorded at 129,213 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 25,625 miles a year.
Has LM18 BYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM18 BYC has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM18 BYC 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 LM18 BYC find?
LM18 BYC passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides rear tyres, inner edges of treads have uneven wear; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside front tyre inner edge of tread is worn to 2.8mm.

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