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Mercedes-Benz B-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,034 cc

V5 VSLMOT history

V5 VSL is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz B-Class first used on 12 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2026.

V5 VSL grey Mercedes-Benz B-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
89,329 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 VSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
B-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,034 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
12 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 VSL was last recorded at 89,329 miles on 6 Jan 2026, 4,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,768 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,561 miles
Average per year
4,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,329 miles
  • 2025 – 84,768 miles
  • 2024 – 80,231 miles
  • 2023 – 76,773 miles
  • 2021 – 71,830 miles
  • 2019 – 65,369 miles
  • 2018 – 54,946 miles
  • 2017 – 47,823 miles
  • 2016 – 40,728 miles
  • 2015 – 38,385 miles
  • 2014 – 35,665 miles
  • 2013 – 32,160 miles
  • 2012 – 27,731 miles
  • 2011 – 22,718 miles
  • 2010 – 17,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,329 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,329 miles (+4,561)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,329 miles
    Test number
    856474739001
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass84,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,768 miles
    Test number
    790552792990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail84,768 miles (+4,537)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,768 miles
    Test number
    513325642582
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass80,231 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    80,231 miles
    Test number
    255994918792
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail80,231 miles (+3,458)1 major2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,231 miles
    Test number
    238765998144
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass76,773 miles (+4,943)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,773 miles
    Test number
    734382057953
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake reserve travel needs adjustment

  7. Pass71,830 miles (+3,281)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    71,830 miles
    Test number
    547218423796
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass68,549 miles (+3,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    68,549 miles
    Test number
    826218824045
    • 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))

  9. Pass65,369 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,369 miles
    Test number
    460507406336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,429 miles (+5,483)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    60,429 miles
    Test number
    837121787738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,946 miles (+7,123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,946 miles
    Test number
    945635424888
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass47,823 miles (+7,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    47,823 miles
    Test number
    979193761387
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass40,728 miles (+2,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,728 miles
    Test number
    228058677380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass38,385 miles (+2,720)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,385 miles
    Test number
    926865015044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,665 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    35,665 miles
    Test number
    198787314000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail35,655 miles (+3,495)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,655 miles
    Test number
    418944714059
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass32,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,160 miles
    Test number
    176895613411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,160 miles (+4,429)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,160 miles
    Test number
    138151513493
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass27,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    27,731 miles
    Test number
    109308112049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,731 miles (+5,013)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,731 miles
    Test number
    719163312018
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  21. Pass22,718 miles (+5,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,718 miles
    Test number
    299094811072
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass17,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    17,104 miles
    Test number
    901675310080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 VSL

Does V5 VSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 VSL is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 VSL?
The MOT on V5 VSL is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 VSL done?
V5 VSL was recorded at 89,329 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2026, an average of 4,521 miles a year.
Has V5 VSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 VSL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on V5 VSL 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 V5 VSL find?
V5 VSL passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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