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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,595 cc

R5 LVBMOT history

R5 LVB is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 20 Jan 2017. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 55,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

R5 LVB black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
55,764 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R5 LVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
20 Jan 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R5 LVB was last recorded at 55,764 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 7,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
48,343 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,421 miles
Average per year
6,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,764 miles
  • 2025 – 48,343 miles
  • 2024 – 40,612 miles
  • 2023 – 31,471 miles
  • 2022 – 27,312 miles
  • 2021 – 23,360 miles
  • 2020 – 18,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,764 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 16 Jan 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,764 miles (+7,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    55,764 miles
    Test number
    238332261990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass48,343 miles (+7,731)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    48,343 miles
    Test number
    141792322360
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass40,612 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    40,612 miles
    Test number
    555173467896
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail40,612 miles (+9,141)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,612 miles
    Test number
    454122127284
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass31,471 miles (+4,159)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    31,471 miles
    Test number
    907833038753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFull under vehicle cover fitted obscuring under vehicle

  6. Pass27,312 miles (+3,952)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    27,312 miles
    Test number
    784526193335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,360 miles (+4,464)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    23,360 miles
    Test number
    349241756731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass18,896 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    18,896 miles
    Test number
    750787529833
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Questions about R5 LVB

Does R5 LVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R5 LVB is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R5 LVB?
The MOT on R5 LVB is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R5 LVB done?
R5 LVB was recorded at 55,764 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 6,129 miles a year.
Has R5 LVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R5 LVB has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on R5 LVB 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 R5 LVB find?
R5 LVB passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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