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Blue · Diesel · 2016 · 1,461 cc

LS16 GKUMOT history

LS16 GKU is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 13 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 56,312 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

LS16 GKU blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
56,312 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 GKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
13 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 GKU was last recorded at 56,312 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 2,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,385 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,927 miles
Average per year
5,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,312 miles
  • 2025 – 53,385 miles
  • 2024 – 43,956 miles
  • 2023 – 37,970 miles
  • 2022 – 32,905 miles
  • 2021 – 28,276 miles
  • 2020 – 26,014 miles
  • 2019 – 14,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,312 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (tyre 10 yrs old ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,312 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    56,312 miles
    Test number
    848845868270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (tyre 10 yrs old ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail56,312 miles (+2,927)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,312 miles
    Test number
    555379356222
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (tyre 10 yrs old ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass53,385 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    53,385 miles
    Test number
    367333789461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail53,384 miles (+9,428)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,384 miles
    Test number
    552466767701
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass43,956 miles (+5,986)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    43,956 miles
    Test number
    911858224237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,970 miles (+5,065)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    37,970 miles
    Test number
    817656622087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass32,905 miles (+4,629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    32,905 miles
    Test number
    910966158926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass28,276 miles (+2,262)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    28,276 miles
    Test number
    780727452389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,014 miles (+11,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    26,014 miles
    Test number
    521308289002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass14,606 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    14,606 miles
    Test number
    607934295487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass14,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    14,585 miles
    Test number
    601434633989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail14,585 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,585 miles
    Test number
    270152789924
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Questions about LS16 GKU

Does LS16 GKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 GKU is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 GKU?
The MOT on LS16 GKU is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 GKU done?
LS16 GKU was recorded at 56,312 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 5,536 miles a year.
Has LS16 GKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 GKU has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 GKU 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 LS16 GKU find?
LS16 GKU passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside rear outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (tyre 10 yrs old ).

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