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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP61 MLUMOT history

LP61 MLU is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 52,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Feb 2026.

LP61 MLU grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
52,514 mi
At MOT on 12 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 MLU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 MLU was last recorded at 52,514 miles on 12 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,512 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,514 miles
  • 2025 – 43,770 miles
  • 2024 – 37,225 miles
  • 2023 – 30,318 miles
  • 2022 – 23,764 miles
  • 2021 – 22,991 miles
  • 2020 – 22,328 miles
  • 2019 – 21,421 miles
  • 2018 – 20,343 miles
  • 2017 – 18,920 miles
  • 2016 – 17,642 miles
  • 2015 – 16,562 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,514 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,514 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    669751710369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail52,512 miles (+8,742)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,512 miles
    Test number
    825779008354
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass43,770 miles (+6,545)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    43,770 miles
    Test number
    216937981473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass37,225 miles (+6,907)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    37,225 miles
    Test number
    679294341979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass30,318 miles (+6,554)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    30,318 miles
    Test number
    214416804772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass23,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    23,764 miles
    Test number
    529925598435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail23,764 miles (+773)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,764 miles
    Test number
    857530009490
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass22,991 miles (+663)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    22,991 miles
    Test number
    584073808102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass22,328 miles (+907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    22,328 miles
    Test number
    379920828596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass21,421 miles (+1,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    21,421 miles
    Test number
    833595987278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  11. Pass20,343 miles (+1,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    20,343 miles
    Test number
    140802429664
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass18,920 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    18,920 miles
    Test number
    459377596870
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear surface cracks on tyres

  13. Fail18,920 miles (+1,278)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,920 miles
    Test number
    659480912453
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear surface cracks on tyres

  14. Pass17,642 miles (+1,080)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    17,642 miles
    Test number
    383057176451
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass16,562 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    16,562 miles
    Test number
    317327825031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP61 MLU

Does LP61 MLU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 MLU is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 MLU?
The MOT on LP61 MLU is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 MLU done?
LP61 MLU was recorded at 52,514 miles at its MOT on 12 Feb 2026, an average of 3,255 miles a year.
Has LP61 MLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 MLU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 MLU 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 LP61 MLU find?
LP61 MLU passed its latest MOT on 12 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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