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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T821 FFMMOT history

T821 FFM is a green petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 9 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 52,272 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
52,272 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T821 FFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T821 FFM was last recorded at 52,272 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,272 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,272 miles
  • 2025 – 51,654 miles
  • 2024 – 51,140 miles
  • 2023 – 50,748 miles
  • 2022 – 50,287 miles
  • 2021 – 49,941 miles
  • 2020 – 49,807 miles
  • 2019 – 49,625 miles
  • 2018 – 49,452 miles
  • 2017 – 49,221 miles
  • 2016 – 48,332 miles
  • 2015 – 48,213 miles
  • 2014 – 48,067 miles
  • 2013 – 47,879 miles
  • 2012 – 47,741 miles
  • 2011 – 47,427 miles
  • 2010 – 47,247 miles
  • 2009 – 46,848 miles
  • 2008 – 43,189 miles
  • 2007 – 40,515 miles
  • 2006 – 35,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,272 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer deterioratedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough when turned lock to lockRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting defectiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust some corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass52,272 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    52,272 miles
    Test number
    304960626457
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough when turned lock to lock
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting defective

  2. Fail52,272 miles (+618)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,272 miles
    Test number
    964246742758
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough when turned lock to lock
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting defective

  3. Pass51,654 miles (+514)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    51,654 miles
    Test number
    265787514074
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough

  4. Pass51,140 miles (+392)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    51,140 miles
    Test number
    397487629814
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySilencer deteriorated

  5. Pass50,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    50,748 miles
    Test number
    559963188792
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail50,748 miles (+461)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,748 miles
    Test number
    359286791453
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass50,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,287 miles
    Test number
    880489476495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,287 miles (+346)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,287 miles
    Test number
    453720591590
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass49,941 miles (+134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    49,941 miles
    Test number
    203174771143
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass49,807 miles (+182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    49,807 miles
    Test number
    690007851125
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust some corrosion

  11. Pass49,625 miles (+173)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,625 miles
    Test number
    759072717397
    • AdvisoryExhaust some corrosion

  12. Pass49,452 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    49,452 miles
    Test number
    271453301671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,221 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    49,221 miles
    Test number
    182328977566
    • AdvisoryExhaust some corrosion

  14. Fail49,218 miles (+886)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,218 miles
    Test number
    470439763038
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust some corrosion

  15. Pass48,332 miles (+119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,332 miles
    Test number
    880763608907
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blade poor condition
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer some corrosion

  16. Pass48,213 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    48,213 miles
    Test number
    148887144072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,067 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,067 miles
    Test number
    517106114280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,879 miles (+138)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,879 miles
    Test number
    919034933252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,741 miles (+314)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,741 miles
    Test number
    859989822217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,427 miles (+180)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,427 miles
    Test number
    517929721216
    • 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 Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre light cracks to sidewall

  21. Fail47,247 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,247 miles
    Test number
    234942220208
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  22. Pass47,247 miles (+399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,247 miles
    Test number
    260972420222
    • 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)

  23. Pass46,848 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    46,848 miles
    Test number
    872855049226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail46,845 miles (+3,656)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,845 miles
    Test number
    380470949480
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass43,189 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    43,189 miles
    Test number
    810949218215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAlthough meeting requirements rear number plate is suffering water ingress

  26. Fail43,189 miles (+2,674)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,189 miles
    Test number
    930734918231
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteAlthough meeting requirements rear number plate is suffering water ingress

  27. Pass40,515 miles (+4,962)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    40,515 miles
    Test number
    890422447213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass35,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,553 miles
    Test number
    460307036245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T821 FFM

Does T821 FFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T821 FFM is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T821 FFM?
The MOT on T821 FFM is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T821 FFM done?
T821 FFM was recorded at 52,272 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 836 miles a year.
Has T821 FFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T821 FFM has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T821 FFM 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 T821 FFM find?
T821 FFM passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: exhaust silencer deteriorated; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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