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Mercedes-Benz GLA

Blue · Diesel · 2018 · 2,143 cc

V7 CEFMOT history

V7 CEF is a blue diesel Mercedes-Benz GLA first used on 23 Oct 2018. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 6 of 8 MOT tests, with 77,874 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

V7 CEF blue Mercedes-Benz Gla – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
77,874 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
8
6 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 CEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
GLA
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,143 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
23 Oct 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 CEF was last recorded at 77,874 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 10,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
66,969 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,905 miles
Average per year
9,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,874 miles
  • 2025 – 66,969 miles
  • 2024 – 56,647 miles
  • 2023 – 47,959 miles
  • 2022 – 38,311 miles
  • 2021 – 29,074 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,874 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 24 Aug 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    77,874 miles
    Test number
    918233818593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,868 miles (+10,899)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,868 miles
    Test number
    324100340571
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass66,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    66,969 miles
    Test number
    212334748103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail66,964 miles (+10,317)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,964 miles
    Test number
    106060748253
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 235/50/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass56,647 miles (+8,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    56,647 miles
    Test number
    508704148395
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass47,959 miles (+9,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    47,959 miles
    Test number
    885670826246
    • 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))

  7. Pass38,311 miles (+9,237)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    38,311 miles
    Test number
    372235463762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass29,074 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    29,074 miles
    Test number
    832325380150
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about V7 CEF

Does V7 CEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 CEF is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 CEF?
The MOT on V7 CEF is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 CEF done?
V7 CEF was recorded at 77,874 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 9,930 miles a year.
Has V7 CEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 CEF has failed 2 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 CEF 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 V7 CEF find?
V7 CEF passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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