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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,461 cc

LP13 GVAMOT history

LP13 GVA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 193,984 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

LP13 GVA black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
193,984 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP13 GVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
31 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP13 GVA was last recorded at 193,984 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 8,918 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Jul 2017: 72,748 miles, lower than 76,266 miles on 24 Jul 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
185,066 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,918 miles
Average per year
13,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,984 miles
  • 2025 – 185,066 miles
  • 2024 – 171,206 miles
  • 2023 – 156,612 miles
  • 2022 – 146,164 miles
  • 2021 – 137,288 miles
  • 2019 – 124,844 miles
  • 2018 – 99,084 miles
  • 2017 – 72,748 miles
  • 2016 – 60,611 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,984 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,984 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    193,984 miles
    Test number
    165264851785
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail193,984 miles (+8,918)1 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,984 miles
    Test number
    137623878663
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass185,066 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    185,066 miles
    Test number
    746726799670
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing heavily inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail185,066 miles (+13,860)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,066 miles
    Test number
    872678351043
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Wearing both edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing heavily inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass171,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    171,206 miles
    Test number
    982511781844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail171,206 miles (+14,594)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,206 miles
    Test number
    134233523499
    • MajorDriver's airbag missing (7.1.5 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  7. Pass156,612 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    156,612 miles
    Test number
    570548226674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail156,612 miles (+10,448)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,612 miles
    Test number
    226832634989
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass146,164 miles (+69)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    146,164 miles
    Test number
    585602062248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  10. Fail146,095 miles (+8,807)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,095 miles
    Test number
    955393798170
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre Both front
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  11. Pass137,288 miles (+12,444)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,288 miles
    Test number
    778202806343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass124,844 miles (+25,760)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,844 miles
    Test number
    739616961143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass99,084 miles (+26,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    99,084 miles
    Test number
    251952405683
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass72,748 miles (-3,518)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    72,748 miles
    Test number
    424056023743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,266 miles (+15,655)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,266 miles
    Test number
    878307169852
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  16. Pass60,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    60,611 miles
    Test number
    859312143662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail60,611 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,611 miles
    Test number
    292346332354
    • FailureFront registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP13 GVA

Does LP13 GVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP13 GVA is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP13 GVA?
The MOT on LP13 GVA is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP13 GVA done?
LP13 GVA was recorded at 193,984 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 13,109 miles a year.
Has LP13 GVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP13 GVA has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LP13 GVA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jul 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LP13 GVA find?
LP13 GVA passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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