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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,461 cc

LS16 NMUMOT history

LS16 NMU is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 103,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LS16 NMU black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
103,171 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,283 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LS16 NMU was last recorded at 103,171 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,171 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,283 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,171 miles
  • 2025 – 94,753 miles
  • 2024 – 80,942 miles
  • 2023 – 68,163 miles
  • 2022 – 61,619 miles
  • 2021 – 54,111 miles
  • 2020 – 48,910 miles
  • 2019 – 33,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,171 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose bracket broken on one sideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit has moisture and green insideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose bracket broken on one sideRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Knocking (2.3 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 27 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,171 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    103,171 miles
    Test number
    992594216267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose bracket broken on one side
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit has moisture and green inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose bracket broken on one side
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Knocking (2.3 (a) (i))
  2. Fail103,171 miles (+8,418)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,171 miles
    Test number
    257637978181
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose bracket broken on one side
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear light unit has moisture and green inside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose bracket broken on one side
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Knocking (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass94,753 miles (+13,811)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    94,753 miles
    Test number
    562127549908
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass80,942 miles (+12,779)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,942 miles
    Test number
    694156483709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,163 miles (+6,544)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    68,163 miles
    Test number
    594878707690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    61,619 miles
    Test number
    473349728616
    • AdvisoryEngine and underbody covers fitted restricted view
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  7. Fail61,619 miles (+7,508)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,619 miles
    Test number
    476242877263
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine and underbody covers fitted restricted view
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  8. Pass54,111 miles (+5,201)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    54,111 miles
    Test number
    328775415084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    48,910 miles
    Test number
    196844655846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,910 miles (+15,476)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,910 miles
    Test number
    984431313534
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing In tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also has a slight bulge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass33,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    33,434 miles
    Test number
    565758256368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail33,428 miles (+48)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,428 miles
    Test number
    120923628144
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  13. Fail33,380 miles1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,380 miles
    Test number
    136357494257
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

Questions about LS16 NMU

Does LS16 NMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS16 NMU is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS16 NMU?
The MOT on LS16 NMU is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS16 NMU done?
LS16 NMU was recorded at 103,171 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 10,283 miles a year.
Has LS16 NMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS16 NMU has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS16 NMU 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 NMU find?
LS16 NMU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front brake hose bracket broken on one side; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear light unit has moisture and green inside, and 4 more.

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