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Mercedes-Benz A

Black · Petrol · 2020 · 1,332 cc

LS70 ARUMOT history

LS70 ARU is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A first used on 10 Sept 2020. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 4 of 5 MOT tests, with 24,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

LS70 ARU black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
24,631 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
5
4 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,852 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS70 ARU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,332 cc
Year of manufacture
2020
First used
10 Sept 2020
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS70 ARU was last recorded at 24,631 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
24,366 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
265 miles
Average per year
2,852 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 24,631 miles
  • 2025 – 21,035 miles
  • 2024 – 18,373 miles
  • 2023 – 15,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass24,631 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

5 tests since 20 Sept 2023, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass24,631 miles (+265)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    24,631 miles
    Test number
    353962851370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail24,366 miles (+3,331)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,366 miles
    Test number
    515507665376
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Headlamp Bracket Broken/Damaged (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass21,035 miles (+2,662)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    21,035 miles
    Test number
    427825207854
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass18,373 miles (+2,449)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    18,373 miles
    Test number
    421835126011
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass15,924 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    15,924 miles
    Test number
    120230426055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about LS70 ARU

Does LS70 ARU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS70 ARU is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS70 ARU?
The MOT on LS70 ARU is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS70 ARU done?
LS70 ARU was recorded at 24,631 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 2,852 miles a year.
Has LS70 ARU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS70 ARU has failed 1 of its 5 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS70 ARU 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 LS70 ARU find?
LS70 ARU passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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