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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,397 cc

T117 XAPMOT history

T117 XAP is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 80,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
80,242 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T117 XAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T117 XAP was last recorded at 80,242 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 1,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,909 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,333 miles
Average per year
2,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,242 miles
  • 2025 – 78,909 miles
  • 2024 – 77,178 miles
  • 2023 – 73,883 miles
  • 2022 – 69,465 miles
  • 2020 – 69,462 miles
  • 2019 – 64,880 miles
  • 2017 – 64,672 miles
  • 2016 – 63,413 miles
  • 2015 – 62,238 miles
  • 2014 – 61,541 miles
  • 2013 – 60,496 miles
  • 2012 – 60,039 miles
  • 2011 – 59,542 miles
  • 2010 – 58,919 miles
  • 2009 – 48,570 miles
  • 2008 – 41,064 miles
  • 2007 – 33,176 miles
  • 2006 – 25,246 miles
  • 2005 – 22,585 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,242 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusty (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth headlight lens , deteriorating

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.

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Side repeater slightly discoloured both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 23 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,242 miles (+1,333)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    80,242 miles
    Test number
    271859262758
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusty (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lens , deteriorating

  2. Pass78,909 miles (+1,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    78,909 miles
    Test number
    418172806063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass77,178 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    77,178 miles
    Test number
    560610126250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail77,177 miles (+3,294)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,177 miles
    Test number
    504999682686
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,883 miles (+4,418)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    73,883 miles
    Test number
    773341865343
    • MinorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass69,465 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    69,465 miles
    Test number
    488757792058
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail69,465 miles (+3)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,465 miles
    Test number
    682099459000
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both inner sills holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes corroded

  8. Fail69,462 miles (+4,582)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,462 miles
    Test number
    601905093021
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested main beam permanently on (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges 195/50r15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass64,880 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    64,880 miles
    Test number
    106687816869
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust outer skin peeling but not blowing at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail64,869 miles (+197)1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,869 miles
    Test number
    509923607423
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50r15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust outer skin peeling but not blowing at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both trailing arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres both wearing unevenly
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass64,672 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,672 miles
    Test number
    916981243553
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured both side and osr (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and peeled - outer skin
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers smearing and split at each end

  12. Fail64,672 miles (+1,259)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,672 miles
    Test number
    785629451964
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured both side and osr (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and peeled - outer skin
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring the view of some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wipers smearing and split at each end

  13. Pass63,413 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,413 miles
    Test number
    127852361188
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer skins corroded and peeling
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on pass limit (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to split on edges

  14. Fail63,413 miles (+1,175)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,413 miles
    Test number
    188374902897
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust box outer skins corroded and peeling
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded on pass limit (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to split on edges

  15. Pass62,238 miles (+10)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,238 miles
    Test number
    375701795079
    • NoteBackbox outer skin holed and peeling but not blowing

  16. Fail62,228 miles (+39)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,228 miles
    Test number
    348030395090
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail62,189 miles (+648)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,189 miles
    Test number
    925367775047
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass61,541 miles (+1,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,541 miles
    Test number
    709273784087
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass60,496 miles (+457)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    60,496 miles
    Test number
    139637083013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront number plate cracked but not likely to be misread

  20. Pass60,039 miles (+497)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,039 miles
    Test number
    309619182007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres scrubbed on outer edges/ deteriorating
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing screen/ juddering
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass59,542 miles (+623)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    59,542 miles
    Test number
    155668081453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,919 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,919 miles
    Test number
    282689680085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,906 miles (+10,336)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,906 miles
    Test number
    111853780079
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting fractured (2.4.C.3b)
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass48,570 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    48,570 miles
    Test number
    861242189090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,546 miles (+7,482)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,546 miles
    Test number
    571180689045
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass41,064 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,064 miles
    Test number
    894264698071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail41,040 miles (+7,864)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,040 miles
    Test number
    712359388031
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass33,176 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    33,176 miles
    Test number
    794495187082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail33,155 miles (+7,909)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,155 miles
    Test number
    832213087053
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

  30. Pass25,246 miles (+2,661)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    25,246 miles
    Test number
    723661196025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass22,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    22,585 miles
    Test number
    591374775143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T117 XAP

Does T117 XAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T117 XAP is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T117 XAP?
The MOT on T117 XAP is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T117 XAP done?
T117 XAP was recorded at 80,242 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 2,710 miles a year.
Has T117 XAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T117 XAP has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T117 XAP 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 T117 XAP find?
T117 XAP passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing rusty, and 3 more.

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