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Grey · Diesel · 2018 · 1,461 cc

LP18 GAUMOT history

LP18 GAU is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 30 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 19 May 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 48,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LP18 GAU grey Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 May 2027
Mileage
48,412 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP18 GAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP18 GAU was last recorded at 48,412 miles on 7 May 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,386 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
6,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,412 miles
  • 2025 – 46,159 miles
  • 2024 – 42,108 miles
  • 2023 – 35,410 miles
  • 2022 – 21,507 miles
  • 2021 – 16,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,412 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe plastic coating swollen @ rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe plastic coating swollen @ rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 25 Jun 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,412 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2027
    Odometer
    48,412 miles
    Test number
    313415197422
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe plastic coating swollen @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe plastic coating swollen @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail48,386 miles (+2,227)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,386 miles
    Test number
    600306306123
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe plastic coating swollen @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearing limit / damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe plastic coating swollen @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread depth 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPM light lit
  3. Pass46,159 miles (+4,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    46,159 miles
    Test number
    305439481203
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes plastic coating swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass42,108 miles (+6,698)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    42,108 miles
    Test number
    268596103918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass35,410 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    35,410 miles
    Test number
    652676164234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail35,410 miles (+13,903)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,410 miles
    Test number
    851838977408
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  7. Pass21,507 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    21,507 miles
    Test number
    759023042848

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass16,142 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    16,142 miles
    Test number
    302114935626
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LP18 GAU

Does LP18 GAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP18 GAU is valid until 19 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP18 GAU?
The MOT on LP18 GAU is valid until 19 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP18 GAU done?
LP18 GAU was recorded at 48,412 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 6,633 miles a year.
Has LP18 GAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP18 GAU has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LP18 GAU 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 LP18 GAU find?
LP18 GAU passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe plastic coating swollen @ rear; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe plastic coating swollen @ rear.

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