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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,689 cc

S3 TBTMOT history

S3 TBT is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 25 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 72,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

S3 TBT blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
72,834 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 TBT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 TBT was last recorded at 72,834 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 5,793 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,041 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,793 miles
Average per year
5,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,834 miles
  • 2025 – 67,041 miles
  • 2024 – 62,182 miles
  • 2023 – 57,209 miles
  • 2022 – 52,701 miles
  • 2021 – 48,066 miles
  • 2020 – 44,418 miles
  • 2019 – 38,160 miles
  • 2018 – 31,424 miles
  • 2017 – 26,335 miles
  • 2016 – 21,731 miles
  • 2015 – 16,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,834 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel leak Diesel fuel filter
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 16 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,834 miles (+5,793)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    72,834 miles
    Test number
    727544286755
    • AdvisoryFuel leak Diesel fuel filter
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass67,041 miles (+4,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    67,041 miles
    Test number
    361345320274
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass62,182 miles (+58)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    62,182 miles
    Test number
    308636415019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail62,124 miles (+4,915)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,124 miles
    Test number
    994888508119
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass57,209 miles (+32)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    57,209 miles
    Test number
    293819842909
    • 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. Fail57,177 miles (+4,476)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,177 miles
    Test number
    324468693315
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  7. Pass52,701 miles (+4,635)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    52,701 miles
    Test number
    227369840450
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  8. Pass48,066 miles (+3,648)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    48,066 miles
    Test number
    462689466274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,418 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    44,418 miles
    Test number
    215544672484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail44,367 miles (+6,207)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,367 miles
    Test number
    814480421460
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass38,160 miles (+6,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,160 miles
    Test number
    181221171954
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass31,424 miles (+5,089)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    31,424 miles
    Test number
    910132208615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,335 miles (+4,604)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    26,335 miles
    Test number
    925949576350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,731 miles (+5,110)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    21,731 miles
    Test number
    332275368090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass16,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    16,621 miles
    Test number
    776277345006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 TBT

Does S3 TBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 TBT is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 TBT?
The MOT on S3 TBT is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 TBT done?
S3 TBT was recorded at 72,834 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 5,099 miles a year.
Has S3 TBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 TBT has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 TBT 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 S3 TBT find?
S3 TBT passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: fuel leak diesel fuel filter; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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