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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,991 cc

LS12 GTUMOT history

LS12 GTU is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 15 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 99,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LS12 GTU silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
99,700 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 GTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 GTU was last recorded at 99,700 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 4,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,308 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,392 miles
Average per year
7,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,700 miles
  • 2025 – 95,308 miles
  • 2024 – 90,029 miles
  • 2023 – 85,381 miles
  • 2021 – 64,483 miles
  • 2020 – 56,361 miles
  • 2019 – 52,188 miles
  • 2018 – 46,710 miles
  • 2017 – 40,771 miles
  • 2016 – 34,531 miles
  • 2015 – 22,584 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,700 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,700 miles (+4,392)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    99,700 miles
    Test number
    898883222136
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass95,308 miles (+5,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    95,308 miles
    Test number
    277389408268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass90,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,029 miles
    Test number
    839348479599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail90,029 miles (+4,648)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,029 miles
    Test number
    204893284589
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass85,381 miles (+20,898)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    85,381 miles
    Test number
    445376503351
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass64,483 miles (+8,122)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,483 miles
    Test number
    536963134642
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass56,361 miles (+4,173)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,361 miles
    Test number
    449806063349
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass52,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,188 miles
    Test number
    230836097183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail52,188 miles (+5,478)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,188 miles
    Test number
    261109874046
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass46,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    46,710 miles
    Test number
    458997732170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail46,710 miles (+5,939)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,710 miles
    Test number
    574060982946
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass40,771 miles (+6,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    40,771 miles
    Test number
    224222531649
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass34,531 miles (+11,947)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,531 miles
    Test number
    397463753924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,584 miles (+2,660)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,584 miles
    Test number
    338779605279
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass19,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    19,924 miles
    Test number
    145797355493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 GTU

Does LS12 GTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 GTU is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 GTU?
The MOT on LS12 GTU is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 GTU done?
LS12 GTU was recorded at 99,700 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 7,332 miles a year.
Has LS12 GTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 GTU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS12 GTU 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 LS12 GTU find?
LS12 GTU passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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