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Black · Diesel · 2017 · 2,143 cc

R8 TLPMOT history

R8 TLP is a black diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 28 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 35,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

R8 TLP black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
35,920 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,011 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R8 TLP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
28 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R8 TLP was last recorded at 35,920 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 4,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
31,120 miles · 28 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,800 miles
Average per year
5,011 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,920 miles
  • 2025 – 31,120 miles
  • 2024 – 25,467 miles
  • 2023 – 21,841 miles
  • 2022 – 16,518 miles
  • 2021 – 9,679 miles
  • 2020 – 8,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,920 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

8 tests since 6 Oct 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,920 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    35,920 miles
    Test number
    587890761593
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail35,920 miles (+4,800)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,920 miles
    Test number
    621445196969
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements required spacing exceeded by 17 mm (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass31,120 miles (+5,653)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    31,120 miles
    Test number
    137009690513
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass25,467 miles (+3,626)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    25,467 miles
    Test number
    224492063268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass21,841 miles (+5,323)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    21,841 miles
    Test number
    998817011617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 225/40/18y (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 225/40/18y (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass16,518 miles (+6,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    16,518 miles
    Test number
    659470919619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass9,679 miles (+884)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    9,679 miles
    Test number
    885723677926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass8,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    8,795 miles
    Test number
    639582111899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R8 TLP

Does R8 TLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R8 TLP is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R8 TLP?
The MOT on R8 TLP is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R8 TLP done?
R8 TLP was recorded at 35,920 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 5,011 miles a year.
Has R8 TLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R8 TLP has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on R8 TLP 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 R8 TLP find?
R8 TLP passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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