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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,796 cc

T23 ESAMOT history

T23 ESA is a white diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 13 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 27 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 96,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Dec 2026
Mileage
96,325 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 ESA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
13 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T23 ESA was last recorded at 96,325 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 10,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,992 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
10,333 miles
Average per year
8,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,325 miles
  • 2024 – 85,992 miles
  • 2023 – 77,379 miles
  • 2022 – 69,112 miles
  • 2021 – 60,655 miles
  • 2020 – 50,985 miles
  • 2019 – 42,908 miles
  • 2018 – 32,469 miles
  • 2017 – 25,526 miles
  • 2016 – 18,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,325 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced.

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced.

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 28 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,325 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    96,325 miles
    Test number
    254990938256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail96,325 miles (+10,333)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,325 miles
    Test number
    809042990760
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass85,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,992 miles
    Test number
    929171646988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail85,992 miles (+8,613)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,992 miles
    Test number
    342220037623
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))

  5. Pass77,379 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    77,379 miles
    Test number
    252409663173
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail77,379 miles (+8,267)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,379 miles
    Test number
    747732799366
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass69,112 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    69,112 miles
    Test number
    749491378291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Fail69,102 miles (+8,447)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,102 miles
    Test number
    371714064746
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass60,655 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    207399491312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to rev engine high enough to obtain emissions readings no visual smoke.

  10. Fail60,655 miles (+9,670)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    595646861569
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnable to rev engine high enough to obtain emissions readings no visual smoke.

  11. Pass50,985 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    50,985 miles
    Test number
    394085959963
    • AdvisoryUnable to rev engine high enough to obtain emissions readings no visual smoke.

  12. Fail50,985 miles (+8,077)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,985 miles
    Test number
    813978713728
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrectly spaced. (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnable to rev engine high enough to obtain emissions readings no visual smoke.

  13. Pass42,908 miles (+10,439)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    42,908 miles
    Test number
    459919338795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,469 miles (+6,943)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    32,469 miles
    Test number
    128753544142
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection to underside of vehicle

  15. Pass25,526 miles (+7,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    25,526 miles
    Test number
    254400236583
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass18,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    18,217 miles
    Test number
    889294341099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 ESA

Does T23 ESA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T23 ESA is valid until 27 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T23 ESA?
The MOT on T23 ESA is valid until 27 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T23 ESA done?
T23 ESA was recorded at 96,325 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 8,727 miles a year.
Has T23 ESA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 ESA has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T23 ESA 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 T23 ESA find?
T23 ESA passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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