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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

V76 FTAMOT history

V76 FTA is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 67,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
67,887 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V76 FTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V76 FTA was last recorded at 67,887 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,887 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,887 miles
  • 2025 – 65,905 miles
  • 2024 – 63,606 miles
  • 2023 – 61,594 miles
  • 2022 – 56,829 miles
  • 2021 – 53,106 miles
  • 2020 – 53,088 miles
  • 2019 – 52,372 miles
  • 2018 – 51,774 miles
  • 2017 – 50,842 miles
  • 2015 – 48,693 miles
  • 2013 – 39,639 miles
  • 2012 – 38,300 miles
  • 2011 – 36,200 miles
  • 2010 – 35,769 miles
  • 2009 – 34,526 miles
  • 2008 – 32,439 miles
  • 2007 – 30,846 miles
  • 2006 – 28,138 miles
  • 2005 – 25,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,887 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,887 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    67,887 miles
    Test number
    591819297249
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail67,887 miles (+1,982)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,887 miles
    Test number
    908583209615
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass65,905 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    65,905 miles
    Test number
    542394982091
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail65,904 miles (+2,298)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,904 miles
    Test number
    620380260779
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass63,606 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    63,606 miles
    Test number
    815579712780
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail63,606 miles (+2,012)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,606 miles
    Test number
    586011472648
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass61,594 miles (+4,765)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,594 miles
    Test number
    349802754536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass56,829 miles (+3,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    56,829 miles
    Test number
    843906451817
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass53,106 miles (+18)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    53,106 miles
    Test number
    863826877045
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass53,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,088 miles
    Test number
    857779382419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail53,088 miles (+716)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,088 miles
    Test number
    721739344842
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))

  12. Pass52,372 miles (+598)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,372 miles
    Test number
    301921897763
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass51,774 miles (+932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    51,774 miles
    Test number
    848893194606
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass50,842 miles (+2,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,842 miles
    Test number
    747736175119
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass48,693 miles (+3,102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    48,693 miles
    Test number
    335375644570
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,591 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    45,591 miles
    Test number
    476716705078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,639 miles (+1,339)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    39,639 miles
    Test number
    858612363396
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing

  18. Fail38,300 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,300 miles
    Test number
    539335452333
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass38,300 miles (+2,100)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    38,300 miles
    Test number
    565245652338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    36,200 miles
    Test number
    467499231409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,200 miles (+431)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,200 miles
    Test number
    839319631368
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnable to open Bonnet (second catch)

  22. Pass35,769 miles (+5)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    35,769 miles
    Test number
    404579440421
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Fail35,764 miles (+1,238)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,764 miles
    Test number
    384507640377
    • FailureSteering column universal joint is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass34,526 miles (+2,087)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,526 miles
    Test number
    231266619378
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass32,439 miles (+1,593)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,439 miles
    Test number
    653699808390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,846 miles (+2,708)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,846 miles
    Test number
    632063917340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,138 miles (+2,764)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    28,138 miles
    Test number
    520601266345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    25,374 miles
    Test number
    481645765266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V76 FTA

Does V76 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V76 FTA is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V76 FTA?
The MOT on V76 FTA is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V76 FTA done?
V76 FTA was recorded at 67,887 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 2,089 miles a year.
Has V76 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V76 FTA has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V76 FTA 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 V76 FTA find?
V76 FTA passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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