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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,461 cc

R16 MSAMOT history

R16 MSA is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 11 May 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 77,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.

R16 MSA black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
77,775 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2026
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 MSA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
11 May 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
2 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 MSA was last recorded at 77,775 miles on 2 May 2026, 3,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,370 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,405 miles
Average per year
7,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,775 miles
  • 2025 – 74,370 miles
  • 2024 – 69,714 miles
  • 2023 – 64,198 miles
  • 2022 – 54,876 miles
  • 2021 – 44,460 miles
  • 2020 – 37,611 miles
  • 2019 – 27,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,775 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,775 miles
    Test number
    718537366000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail77,775 miles (+3,405)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,775 miles
    Test number
    109765985541
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass74,370 miles (+4,656)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    74,370 miles
    Test number
    565988597381
    • 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))
  4. Pass69,714 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,714 miles
    Test number
    284195846245
    • 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))
  5. Fail69,714 miles (+5,516)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,714 miles
    Test number
    480108251755
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  6. Pass64,198 miles (+289)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    64,198 miles
    Test number
    269160064316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail63,909 miles (+9,033)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,909 miles
    Test number
    103218900691
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass54,876 miles (+10,416)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    54,876 miles
    Test number
    734248711317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS indicates loss of pressure in tyre(s)
  9. Pass44,460 miles (+6,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    44,460 miles
    Test number
    750053499563
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass37,611 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    37,611 miles
    Test number
    519302936141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail37,610 miles (+9,968)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,610 miles
    Test number
    883988327750
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass27,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    27,642 miles
    Test number
    616821974721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail27,642 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,642 miles
    Test number
    603335142869
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Questions about R16 MSA

Does R16 MSA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 MSA is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 MSA?
The MOT on R16 MSA is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 MSA done?
R16 MSA was recorded at 77,775 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 7,008 miles a year.
Has R16 MSA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 MSA has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 MSA 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 R16 MSA find?
R16 MSA passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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