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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Diesel · 2014 · 1,461 cc

V18 SEFMOT history

V18 SEF is a grey diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 24 Nov 2014. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 164,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2026.

V18 SEF grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
164,381 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
15,800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 SEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,461 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
24 Nov 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
2 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 SEF was last recorded at 164,381 miles on 2 May 2026, 31,254 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,127 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
31,254 miles
Average per year
15,800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,381 miles
  • 2025 – 133,127 miles
  • 2024 – 106,982 miles
  • 2023 – 97,970 miles
  • 2022 – 87,759 miles
  • 2021 – 71,921 miles
  • 2020 – 61,656 miles
  • 2019 – 51,361 miles
  • 2017 – 31,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,381 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 27 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,381 miles (+31,254)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    164,381 miles
    Test number
    160184731773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass133,127 miles (+149)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,127 miles
    Test number
    393116130531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Fail132,978 miles (+25,996)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,978 miles
    Test number
    465457559211
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass106,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    106,982 miles
    Test number
    894156692479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail106,982 miles (+9,012)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,982 miles
    Test number
    713991879190
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass97,970 miles (+10,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,970 miles
    Test number
    965515073243
    • 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))
  7. Pass87,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    87,759 miles
    Test number
    567131346097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail87,759 miles (+15,838)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,759 miles
    Test number
    804515358687
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass71,921 miles (+10,265)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    71,921 miles
    Test number
    309684988669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,656 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    61,656 miles
    Test number
    154019809735
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail61,655 miles (+10,294)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,655 miles
    Test number
    605467645333
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass51,361 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,361 miles
    Test number
    382578368109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail51,359 miles (+20,127)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,359 miles
    Test number
    602831760593
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass31,232 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    31,232 miles
    Test number
    295339603509
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V18 SEF

Does V18 SEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 SEF is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 SEF?
The MOT on V18 SEF is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 SEF done?
V18 SEF was recorded at 164,381 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2026, an average of 15,800 miles a year.
Has V18 SEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 SEF has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V18 SEF 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 V18 SEF find?
V18 SEF passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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