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Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 2,143 cc

V40 GTSMOT history

V40 GTS is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 29 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 7 of 11 MOT tests, with 94,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

V40 GTS silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
94,958 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
7 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 GTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 GTS was last recorded at 94,958 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 10,962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,996 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,962 miles
Average per year
11,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,958 miles
  • 2025 – 83,996 miles
  • 2024 – 68,770 miles
  • 2023 – 55,086 miles
  • 2022 – 40,627 miles
  • 2021 – 33,059 miles
  • 2020 – 28,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,958 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))

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 Nearside and Offside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged On outer sidewall- Wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 9 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,958 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    94,958 miles
    Test number
    590712583002
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail94,958 miles (+10,962)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,958 miles
    Test number
    857472965300
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction MIL Illuminated. (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limits!! (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass83,996 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    83,996 miles
    Test number
    603696184287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,505 miles (+14,735)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,505 miles
    Test number
    983949449201
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  5. Pass68,770 miles (+13,684)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    68,770 miles
    Test number
    382988633796
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake slightly imbalanced. It would appear that the braking system may require adjustment or repair. Nearside has lower effort

  6. Pass55,086 miles (+49)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    55,086 miles
    Test number
    553255859661
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged On outer sidewall- Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail55,037 miles (+14,410)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,037 miles
    Test number
    778541204684
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged On outer sidewall- Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass40,627 miles (+47)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    40,627 miles
    Test number
    221835268649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front jacking block missing

  9. Fail40,580 miles (+7,521)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,580 miles
    Test number
    671289652224
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside front jacking block missing

  10. Pass33,059 miles (+4,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    33,059 miles
    Test number
    675151705957
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass28,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    28,658 miles
    Test number
    148597602415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 GTS

Does V40 GTS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 GTS is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 GTS?
The MOT on V40 GTS is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 GTS done?
V40 GTS was recorded at 94,958 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 11,037 miles a year.
Has V40 GTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 GTS has failed 4 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V40 GTS 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 V40 GTS find?
V40 GTS passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs.; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limits!!, and 2 more.

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