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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,689 cc

T424 BLJMOT history

T424 BLJ is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 11 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 100,743 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2026
Mileage
100,743 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,508 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T424 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,689 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
11 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T424 BLJ was last recorded at 100,743 miles on 30 Sept 2025, 36 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,707 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
36 miles
Average per year
3,508 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,743 miles
  • 2024 – 98,453 miles
  • 2023 – 95,814 miles
  • 2022 – 94,148 miles
  • 2021 – 91,685 miles
  • 2020 – 87,971 miles
  • 2019 – 85,620 miles
  • 2018 – 81,291 miles
  • 2017 – 78,006 miles
  • 2016 – 75,100 miles
  • 2015 – 70,930 miles
  • 2014 – 67,215 miles
  • 2013 – 62,814 miles
  • 2012 – 58,129 miles
  • 2011 – 50,860 miles
  • 2010 – 47,203 miles
  • 2009 – 42,517 miles
  • 2008 – 39,293 miles
  • 2007 – 35,858 miles
  • 2006 – 32,599 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,743 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine management light not illuminatingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides, Inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,743 miles (+36)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    100,743 miles
    Test number
    168459834370
    • AdvisoryEngine management light not illuminating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides, Inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,707 miles (+2,254)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,707 miles
    Test number
    624565735049
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light not illuminating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides, Inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass98,453 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,453 miles
    Test number
    571329691285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail98,452 miles (+2,638)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,452 miles
    Test number
    535021994677
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,814 miles (+1,666)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    95,814 miles
    Test number
    497939727928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass94,148 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    94,148 miles
    Test number
    969107043139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering UJ has slight play

  7. Fail94,144 miles (+2,459)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,144 miles
    Test number
    244072102365
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate limit is 1.20 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering UJ has slight play

  8. Pass91,685 miles (+3,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    91,685 miles
    Test number
    940931995722
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass87,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,971 miles
    Test number
    740583737549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,970 miles (+2,350)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,970 miles
    Test number
    776766089394
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  11. Pass85,620 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,620 miles
    Test number
    575662383555
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted restricting inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted restricting inspection.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  12. Fail85,616 miles (+4,325)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,616 miles
    Test number
    701447870875
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted restricting inspection.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner side wall, recommend replace. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted restricting inspection.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  13. Pass81,291 miles (+3,285)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    81,291 miles
    Test number
    123463029127
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

  14. Pass78,006 miles (+2,906)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    615260358097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle

  15. Pass75,100 miles (+4,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,100 miles
    Test number
    597870487232
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre in poor condition, advise replacement

  16. Pass70,930 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,930 miles
    Test number
    388323952670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail70,914 miles (+3,699)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,914 miles
    Test number
    154087189221
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass67,215 miles (+4,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,215 miles
    Test number
    246959284289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass62,814 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,814 miles
    Test number
    347715413344
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail62,811 miles (+4,682)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,811 miles
    Test number
    175985313345
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass58,129 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,129 miles
    Test number
    535751322346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail58,117 miles (+2,681)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,117 miles
    Test number
    516560622353
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass55,436 miles (+4,576)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,436 miles
    Test number
    409912622115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass50,860 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,860 miles
    Test number
    325066621173
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail50,859 miles (+3,656)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,859 miles
    Test number
    819014621185
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass47,203 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,203 miles
    Test number
    650763510102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Fail47,203 miles (+4,686)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,203 miles
    Test number
    134163110105
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass42,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    42,517 miles
    Test number
    572743399083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail42,515 miles (+3,222)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,515 miles
    Test number
    830363399088
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  30. Pass39,293 miles (+3,435)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    39,293 miles
    Test number
    453966308112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass35,858 miles (+3,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,858 miles
    Test number
    214604217179
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  32. Pass32,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    32,599 miles
    Test number
    150268616100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T424 BLJ

Does T424 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T424 BLJ expired on 10 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T424 BLJ?
The MOT on T424 BLJ expired on 10 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T424 BLJ done?
T424 BLJ was recorded at 100,743 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2025, an average of 3,508 miles a year.
Has T424 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T424 BLJ has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T424 BLJ 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 T424 BLJ find?
T424 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2025 with 7 advisories: engine management light not illuminating; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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