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Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,796 cc

V40 KJAMOT history

V40 KJA is a red diesel Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 7 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 53,082 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

V40 KJA red Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
53,082 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 KJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
7 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 KJA was last recorded at 53,082 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 9,656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,426 miles · 18 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,656 miles
Average per year
3,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,082 miles
  • 2025 – 43,426 miles
  • 2024 – 43,027 miles
  • 2023 – 39,523 miles
  • 2022 – 37,539 miles
  • 2021 – 34,626 miles
  • 2019 – 27,816 miles
  • 2018 – 21,652 miles
  • 2017 – 19,117 miles
  • 2016 – 16,276 miles
  • 2015 – 11,369 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,082 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,082 miles (+9,656)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    53,082 miles
    Test number
    949273791265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass43,426 miles (+399)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    43,426 miles
    Test number
    507486149073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass43,027 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    43,027 miles
    Test number
    719017609802
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail43,027 miles (+3,504)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,027 miles
    Test number
    143282881890
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass39,523 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    39,523 miles
    Test number
    263087215222
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective broken (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail39,491 miles (+60)2 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,491 miles
    Test number
    717543792360
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective broken (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail39,431 miles (+1,892)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,431 miles
    Test number
    841206334272
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewalls slight damage inner an outer
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and/or undertray fitted preventing view

  8. Pass37,539 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    37,539 miles
    Test number
    398066891671
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail37,539 miles (+2,913)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,539 miles
    Test number
    240423119886
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass34,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    34,626 miles
    Test number
    373324260727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail34,626 miles (+6,810)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,626 miles
    Test number
    792862280970
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  12. Pass27,816 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    27,816 miles
    Test number
    526538550485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail27,815 miles (+6,163)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,815 miles
    Test number
    603906893936
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Light on dashboard (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass21,652 miles (+2,535)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    21,652 miles
    Test number
    654114952627
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBonnet release lever insecure

  15. Pass19,117 miles (+2,841)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    19,117 miles
    Test number
    413396543109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,276 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    16,276 miles
    Test number
    906668024182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass11,369 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    11,369 miles
    Test number
    619428150031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 KJA

Does V40 KJA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 KJA is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 KJA?
The MOT on V40 KJA is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 KJA done?
V40 KJA was recorded at 53,082 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 3,901 miles a year.
Has V40 KJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 KJA has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on V40 KJA 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 KJA find?
V40 KJA passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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