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Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,461 cc

LS16 HBAMOT history

LS16 HBA is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 45,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

LS16 HBA grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
45,189 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS16 HBA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS16 HBA was last recorded at 45,189 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 5,687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,502 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,687 miles
Average per year
3,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,189 miles
  • 2025 – 39,502 miles
  • 2024 – 37,946 miles
  • 2022 – 33,012 miles
  • 2020 – 25,207 miles
  • 2019 – 20,440 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,189 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

9 tests since 18 Nov 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,189 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    45,189 miles
    Test number
    825824540169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail45,181 miles (+5,679)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,181 miles
    Test number
    244164030853
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass39,502 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    39,502 miles
    Test number
    340277733042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail39,499 miles (+1,553)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,499 miles
    Test number
    659179132584
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass37,946 miles (+4,934)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    37,946 miles
    Test number
    290474108579
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass33,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    33,012 miles
    Test number
    962014271181
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail33,008 miles (+7,801)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,008 miles
    Test number
    109652394836
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass25,207 miles (+4,767)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    25,207 miles
    Test number
    786651930812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass20,440 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    20,440 miles
    Test number
    633592179708
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about LS16 HBA

Does LS16 HBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 HBA is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 HBA?
The MOT on LS16 HBA is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 HBA done?
LS16 HBA was recorded at 45,189 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 3,865 miles a year.
Has LS16 HBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 HBA has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 HBA 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 HBA find?
LS16 HBA passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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