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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,397 cc

S785 VAHMOT history

S785 VAH is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 23 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 74,288 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2026
Mileage
74,288 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S785 VAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S785 VAH was last recorded at 74,288 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 5,304 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,984 miles · 2 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,304 miles
Average per year
2,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,288 miles
  • 2025 – 68,984 miles
  • 2024 – 63,888 miles
  • 2023 – 57,887 miles
  • 2022 – 52,956 miles
  • 2021 – 46,618 miles
  • 2020 – 40,615 miles
  • 2019 – 38,817 miles
  • 2018 – 38,514 miles
  • 2017 – 38,088 miles
  • 2016 – 37,497 miles
  • 2015 – 36,634 miles
  • 2014 – 35,694 miles
  • 2013 – 34,678 miles
  • 2012 – 33,498 miles
  • 2011 – 32,362 miles
  • 2010 – 31,014 miles
  • 2009 – 29,137 miles
  • 2008 – 27,396 miles
  • 2007 – 25,635 miles
  • 2006 – 23,691 miles
  • 2005 – 21,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail74,288 miles
  • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
  • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorCentral Front Upper Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Asymmetric and Rotational Marked Tyres Fitted on Same Axle
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Hazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Top stop lamp partially illuminated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 15 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail74,288 miles (+5,304)7 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,288 miles
    Test number
    433709404211
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Upper Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Asymmetric and Rotational Marked Tyres Fitted on Same Axle
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass68,984 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    68,984 miles
    Test number
    765529324845
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTop stop lamp partially illuminated

  3. Fail68,984 miles (+5,096)8 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,984 miles
    Test number
    655118092825
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning tell-tale is not a flashing light (4.9.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTop stop lamp partially illuminated

  4. Pass63,888 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    63,888 miles
    Test number
    725561742344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail63,885 miles (+5,998)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,885 miles
    Test number
    211019141538
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass57,887 miles (+5)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    57,887 miles
    Test number
    996151422494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Fail57,882 miles (+4,926)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,882 miles
    Test number
    950659872421
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass52,956 miles (+6,338)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    52,956 miles
    Test number
    112181388933
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass46,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    46,618 miles
    Test number
    457127381929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,618 miles (+6,003)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,618 miles
    Test number
    624943325721
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass40,615 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    40,615 miles
    Test number
    982296822033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,817 miles (+303)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    38,817 miles
    Test number
    546205779665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,514 miles (+426)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    38,514 miles
    Test number
    667866531831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,088 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    38,088 miles
    Test number
    918413250441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,497 miles (+863)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    37,497 miles
    Test number
    968108347707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,634 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,634 miles
    Test number
    629669835903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,694 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,694 miles
    Test number
    235822764294
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail35,694 miles (+1,016)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,694 miles
    Test number
    687862064292
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass34,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,678 miles
    Test number
    747750263272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail34,678 miles (+1,180)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,678 miles
    Test number
    275700563270
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass33,498 miles (+1,136)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,498 miles
    Test number
    399818752411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished

  22. Pass32,362 miles (+1,348)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,362 miles
    Test number
    769136151218
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked around edges of treads

  23. Pass31,014 miles (+1,877)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,014 miles
    Test number
    980373060288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,137 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,137 miles
    Test number
    970769059279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass27,396 miles (+1,761)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,396 miles
    Test number
    343032068401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass25,635 miles (+1,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    25,635 miles
    Test number
    654660867248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Pass23,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    23,691 miles
    Test number
    904261766207
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail23,691 miles (+2,062)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,691 miles
    Test number
    710341966278
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Pass21,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    21,629 miles
    Test number
    320409555423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail21,629 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,629 miles
    Test number
    344138455436
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteScreen damaged

Questions about S785 VAH

Does S785 VAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S785 VAH expired on 1 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S785 VAH?
The MOT on S785 VAH expired on 1 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S785 VAH done?
S785 VAH was recorded at 74,288 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 2,503 miles a year.
Has S785 VAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S785 VAH has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S785 VAH 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 S785 VAH find?
S785 VAH failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 7 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams; fuel cap/sealing device ineffective; nearside headlamp aim too low, and 11 more.

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