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Mercedes-Benz GLA

Blue · Diesel · 2018 · 2,143 cc

LM18 BYUMOT history

LM18 BYU is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz GLA first used on 31 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 86,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

LM18 BYU blue Mercedes-Benz Gla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,494 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM18 BYU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
31 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM18 BYU was last recorded at 86,494 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 69 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,425 miles · 15 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
69 miles
Average per year
10,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,494 miles
  • 2025 – 65,781 miles
  • 2023 – 50,182 miles
  • 2022 – 43,015 miles
  • 2021 – 34,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,494 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

9 tests since 26 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,494 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,494 miles
    Test number
    595459559950
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  2. Fail86,425 miles (+20,644)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,425 miles
    Test number
    990938224066
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/45/19 95v (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre worn to cords inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Pass65,781 miles (+15,599)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    65,781 miles
    Test number
    977148376479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn inner (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass50,182 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    50,182 miles
    Test number
    512576597021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail50,182 miles (+7,167)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,182 miles
    Test number
    493159919370
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass43,015 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    43,015 miles
    Test number
    326714848038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  7. Fail43,015 miles (+8,549)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,015 miles
    Test number
    950197644713
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  8. Pass34,466 miles (+4,953)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    34,466 miles
    Test number
    135821610650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,513 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    29,513 miles
    Test number
    286988528196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM18 BYU

Does LM18 BYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM18 BYU is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM18 BYU?
The MOT on LM18 BYU is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM18 BYU done?
LM18 BYU was recorded at 86,494 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 10,391 miles a year.
Has LM18 BYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM18 BYU has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM18 BYU 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 BYU find?
LM18 BYU passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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