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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,498 cc

V4 RTVMOT history

V4 RTV is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 26 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 48,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

V4 RTV black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
48,970 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V4 RTV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V4 RTV was last recorded at 48,970 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 6,584 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,386 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,584 miles
Average per year
2,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,970 miles
  • 2025 – 42,386 miles
  • 2024 – 36,744 miles
  • 2023 – 35,613 miles
  • 2022 – 34,782 miles
  • 2021 – 34,605 miles
  • 2020 – 34,366 miles
  • 2019 – 31,235 miles
  • 2018 – 30,218 miles
  • 2017 – 28,523 miles
  • 2016 – 25,344 miles
  • 2015 – 23,362 miles
  • 2014 – 20,593 miles
  • 2012 – 13,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,970 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,970 miles (+6,584)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    48,970 miles
    Test number
    503663768796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass42,386 miles (+5,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    42,386 miles
    Test number
    146437930432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass36,744 miles (+1,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    36,744 miles
    Test number
    975713905200
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass35,613 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    35,613 miles
    Test number
    342051937570
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail35,606 miles (+824)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,606 miles
    Test number
    489787393912
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass34,782 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    34,782 miles
    Test number
    555559782058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass34,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    34,605 miles
    Test number
    348364086901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail34,605 miles (+239)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,605 miles
    Test number
    149489998250
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working on the mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass34,366 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    34,366 miles
    Test number
    999057286724
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Fail34,366 miles (+3,131)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,366 miles
    Test number
    461738404672
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass31,235 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    31,235 miles
    Test number
    872690676043
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail31,235 miles (+1,017)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,235 miles
    Test number
    227784229324
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass30,218 miles (+1,695)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    30,218 miles
    Test number
    280067964617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,523 miles (+3,179)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    28,523 miles
    Test number
    788823027566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,344 miles (+1,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    25,344 miles
    Test number
    985904978063
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre split

  16. Pass23,362 miles (+2,769)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    23,362 miles
    Test number
    439481755040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,593 miles (+7,428)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    20,593 miles
    Test number
    839358154046
    • 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)

  18. Pass13,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    13,165 miles
    Test number
    277442272072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V4 RTV

Does V4 RTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V4 RTV is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V4 RTV?
The MOT on V4 RTV is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V4 RTV done?
V4 RTV was recorded at 48,970 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 2,577 miles a year.
Has V4 RTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V4 RTV has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V4 RTV 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 V4 RTV find?
V4 RTV passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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