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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,689 cc

M17 ALFMOT history

M17 ALF is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 1 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 31,798 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

M17 ALF black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
31,798 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
798 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M17 ALF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M17 ALF was last recorded at 31,798 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
31,315 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
483 miles
Average per year
798 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,798 miles
  • 2025 – 31,315 miles
  • 2024 – 30,836 miles
  • 2023 – 30,293 miles
  • 2022 – 29,693 miles
  • 2021 – 29,452 miles
  • 2020 – 29,306 miles
  • 2019 – 29,032 miles
  • 2018 – 28,607 miles
  • 2017 – 28,225 miles
  • 2016 – 27,843 miles
  • 2015 – 27,310 miles
  • 2014 – 26,716 miles
  • 2013 – 26,067 miles
  • 2012 – 25,150 miles
  • 2011 – 21,847 miles
  • 2010 – 18,936 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,798 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipes
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,798 miles (+483)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    31,798 miles
    Test number
    805775333100
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipes
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass31,315 miles (+6)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    31,315 miles
    Test number
    601054551667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head light loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  3. Fail31,309 miles (+473)2 major14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,309 miles
    Test number
    396431689894
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front head light loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroded

  4. Pass30,836 miles (+543)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    30,836 miles
    Test number
    164452504269
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel neck filler pipes corroded

  5. Pass30,293 miles (+600)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    30,293 miles
    Test number
    516929231071
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel neck filler pipes badly corroded

  6. Pass29,693 miles (+241)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    29,693 miles
    Test number
    660470604478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck pipes corroded

  7. Pass29,452 miles (+146)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,452 miles
    Test number
    522436453433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck pipes corroded

  8. Pass29,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    29,306 miles
    Test number
    573005067511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edge (outer)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail29,306 miles (+274)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,306 miles
    Test number
    608520330762
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edge (outer)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass29,032 miles (+425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    29,032 miles
    Test number
    521198130907
    • AdvisoryFuel filler metal pipes corroded

  11. Pass28,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    28,607 miles
    Test number
    545006254047
    • AdvisoryBoth metal fuel filler pipes from tank corroded

  12. Fail28,607 miles (+382)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,607 miles
    Test number
    701259946362
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth metal fuel filler pipes from tank corroded

  13. Pass28,225 miles (+382)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    28,225 miles
    Test number
    750162370997
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear towards rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear towards rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass27,843 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    27,843 miles
    Test number
    740923476280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Fail27,843 miles (+533)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,843 miles
    Test number
    584559897802
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault pressures corrected and reset (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass27,310 miles (+594)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    27,310 miles
    Test number
    924221485432
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass26,716 miles (+649)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    26,716 miles
    Test number
    527756864271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass26,067 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    26,067 miles
    Test number
    337877163449
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail26,067 miles (+917)1 dangerous1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,067 miles
    Test number
    546907563203
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass25,150 miles (+3,303)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    25,150 miles
    Test number
    176419222268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail21,847 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,847 miles
    Test number
    358447311420
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  22. Pass21,847 miles (+2,911)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    21,847 miles
    Test number
    925827811223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass18,936 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    18,936 miles
    Test number
    294687610265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about M17 ALF

Does M17 ALF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M17 ALF is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M17 ALF?
The MOT on M17 ALF is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M17 ALF done?
M17 ALF was recorded at 31,798 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 798 miles a year.
Has M17 ALF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M17 ALF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on M17 ALF 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 M17 ALF find?
M17 ALF passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; fuel pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipes; nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 8 more.

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