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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T43 FWLMOT history

T43 FWL is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 29 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 35,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
35,242 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T43 FWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T43 FWL was last recorded at 35,242 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,237 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 35,242 miles
  • 2024 – 35,213 miles
  • 2023 – 35,090 miles
  • 2022 – 35,058 miles
  • 2021 – 34,809 miles
  • 2020 – 33,962 miles
  • 2018 – 32,995 miles
  • 2017 – 31,945 miles
  • 2016 – 30,815 miles
  • 2015 – 29,565 miles
  • 2014 – 28,317 miles
  • 2013 – 27,185 miles
  • 2012 – 25,666 miles
  • 2011 – 24,219 miles
  • 2010 – 23,098 miles
  • 2009 – 22,271 miles
  • 2008 – 21,292 miles
  • 2007 – 20,391 miles
  • 2006 – 18,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,242 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,242 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    35,242 miles
    Test number
    615842944540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail35,237 miles (+24)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,237 miles
    Test number
    992214268272
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass35,213 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    35,213 miles
    Test number
    685517959560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail35,200 miles (+110)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,200 miles
    Test number
    186707920543
    • DangerousOffside Rear Other passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn NSF + OSF wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass35,090 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    35,090 miles
    Test number
    537222512654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass35,058 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    35,058 miles
    Test number
    648491518231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,809 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    34,809 miles
    Test number
    190415996534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass33,962 miles (+967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    33,962 miles
    Test number
    142244695135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. Pass32,995 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    32,995 miles
    Test number
    433550304135
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  10. Fail32,995 miles (+1,050)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,995 miles
    Test number
    693326167988
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass31,945 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    31,945 miles
    Test number
    421725658114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,936 miles (+1,121)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,936 miles
    Test number
    592700598573
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass30,815 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    30,815 miles
    Test number
    820877792969
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront pads and disc condition slight poor
    • AdvisoryN/s tyre sidewall slight damage

  14. Fail30,815 miles (+1,250)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,815 miles
    Test number
    773676143105
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront pads and disc condition slight poor
    • AdvisoryN/s tyre sidewall slight damage

  15. Pass29,565 miles (+1,248)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    29,565 miles
    Test number
    900618415527
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  16. Pass28,317 miles (+1,132)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    28,317 miles
    Test number
    939377594242
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing screen

  17. Pass27,185 miles (+1,519)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    27,185 miles
    Test number
    177336593242
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass25,666 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,666 miles
    Test number
    277112282237
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail25,666 miles (+1,447)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,666 miles
    Test number
    666232682229
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass24,219 miles (+1,121)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    24,219 miles
    Test number
    518141191205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,098 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    23,098 miles
    Test number
    352134880202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,271 miles (+979)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    22,271 miles
    Test number
    360514699423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,292 miles (+901)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    21,292 miles
    Test number
    550270298224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,391 miles (+1,439)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    20,391 miles
    Test number
    351815897292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass18,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    18,952 miles
    Test number
    192909866273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T43 FWL

Does T43 FWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T43 FWL is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T43 FWL?
The MOT on T43 FWL is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T43 FWL done?
T43 FWL was recorded at 35,242 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 851 miles a year.
Has T43 FWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T43 FWL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T43 FWL 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 T43 FWL find?
T43 FWL passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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