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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T978 KNVMOT history

T978 KNV is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 23 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
101,606 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T978 KNV
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
23 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T978 KNV was last recorded at 101,606 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 1,866 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,740 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,866 miles
Average per year
3,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,606 miles
  • 2024 – 99,740 miles
  • 2023 – 95,513 miles
  • 2022 – 92,360 miles
  • 2021 – 87,622 miles
  • 2020 – 83,210 miles
  • 2019 – 77,931 miles
  • 2018 – 75,791 miles
  • 2017 – 73,236 miles
  • 2016 – 70,786 miles
  • 2015 – 68,310 miles
  • 2013 – 65,028 miles
  • 2012 – 61,420 miles
  • 2011 – 58,103 miles
  • 2010 – 54,225 miles
  • 2009 – 51,208 miles
  • 2008 – 47,286 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,606 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 system rusted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,606 miles (+1,866)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    101,606 miles
    Test number
    987316427818
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass99,740 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    99,740 miles
    Test number
    196542091603
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail99,730 miles (+4,217)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,730 miles
    Test number
    354893259532
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass95,513 miles (+3,153)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    95,513 miles
    Test number
    874364812193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  5. Pass92,360 miles (+4,738)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,360 miles
    Test number
    947471748568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,622 miles (+4,412)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,622 miles
    Test number
    144716474338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,210 miles (+1,756)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,210 miles
    Test number
    965124554849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,454 miles (+3,523)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,454 miles
    Test number
    431335066690
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusted

  9. Pass77,931 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,931 miles
    Test number
    607920553335
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusted

  10. Fail77,931 miles (+2,140)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,931 miles
    Test number
    751426707759
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusted

  11. Pass75,791 miles (+2,555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,791 miles
    Test number
    488820180612
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusted

  12. Pass73,236 miles (+2,450)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    73,236 miles
    Test number
    421405814775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusted

  13. Pass70,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,786 miles
    Test number
    855069565584
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail70,786 miles (+2,476)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,786 miles
    Test number
    989653384287
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass68,310 miles (+3,282)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,310 miles
    Test number
    409552205082
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass65,028 miles (+3,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,028 miles
    Test number
    825130163027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass61,420 miles (+3,317)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    61,420 miles
    Test number
    777499512043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,103 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,103 miles
    Test number
    486187121042
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass58,103 miles (+3,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,103 miles
    Test number
    497197321072
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass54,225 miles (+3,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,225 miles
    Test number
    103795320053
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass51,208 miles (+3,922)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    51,208 miles
    Test number
    562911329082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,286 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    47,286 miles
    Test number
    582143228056
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear tyres tread distorting and tread low n/s/r

  23. Fail47,286 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,286 miles
    Test number
    830933828055
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear tyres tread distorting and tread low n/s/r

Questions about T978 KNV

Does T978 KNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T978 KNV is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T978 KNV?
The MOT on T978 KNV is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T978 KNV done?
T978 KNV was recorded at 101,606 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 3,041 miles a year.
Has T978 KNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T978 KNV has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on T978 KNV 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 T978 KNV find?
T978 KNV passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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