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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

V81 JAEMOT history

V81 JAE is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 15 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 138,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
138,840 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V81 JAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V81 JAE was last recorded at 138,840 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 2,065 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Mar 2019: 124,720 miles, lower than 126,695 miles on 22 Mar 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,775 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,065 miles
Average per year
4,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,840 miles
  • 2025 – 136,775 miles
  • 2024 – 134,708 miles
  • 2023 – 131,003 miles
  • 2022 – 129,944 miles
  • 2021 – 128,763 miles
  • 2020 – 126,236 miles
  • 2019 – 124,720 miles
  • 2018 – 118,186 miles
  • 2017 – 109,965 miles
  • 2016 – 109,347 miles
  • 2015 – 104,663 miles
  • 2014 – 102,055 miles
  • 2013 – 99,228 miles
  • 2012 – 96,469 miles
  • 2011 – 93,183 miles
  • 2010 – 87,292 miles
  • 2008 – 79,813 miles
  • 2007 – 72,186 miles
  • 2006 – 56,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,840 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,840 miles (+2,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    138,840 miles
    Test number
    433140810853
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass136,775 miles (+2,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    136,775 miles
    Test number
    153835278196
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass134,708 miles (+194)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    134,708 miles
    Test number
    159760004585
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost smooth on inner edge - rest of tread 4-5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge almost smooth on inner edge - rest of tread 4-5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryOuter casing missing on n/s/r seat belt stalk - not affecting operation
    • AdvisoryOuter lens missing on o/s side repeater - not affecting lighting
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to o/s/r wheel arch

  4. Fail134,514 miles (+3,511)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,514 miles
    Test number
    905442936060
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - rest of tread 4-5mm and is slightly stress cracked in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge - rest of tread 4-5mm and is slightly stress cracked in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both - slight
    • AdvisoryOuter casing missing on n/s/r seat belt stalk - not affecting operation

  5. Pass131,003 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,003 miles
    Test number
    818006717310
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail130,991 miles (+1,047)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,991 miles
    Test number
    937631582776
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Offside front of front subframe (2 areas) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass129,944 miles (+1,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,944 miles
    Test number
    491529198361
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass128,763 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    128,763 miles
    Test number
    488533640788
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle covers missing. Buckle is difficult to use and risk of accidental release is increased
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sill has heavy surface corrosion

  9. Fail128,740 miles (+2,504)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,740 miles
    Test number
    733326596255
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Jacking post missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle covers missing. Buckle is difficult to use and risk of accidental release is increased
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Sill has heavy surface corrosion

  10. Pass126,236 miles (+1,516)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    126,236 miles
    Test number
    671271658601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover missing. Risk of accidental release is increased (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHorn switch unreliable

  11. Pass124,720 miles (-1,975)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    124,720 miles
    Test number
    189609751903
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNSR seatbelt latch cover broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail126,695 miles (+8,509)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,695 miles
    Test number
    845965439229
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNSR seatbelt latch cover broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass118,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    118,186 miles
    Test number
    949127235051
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail118,169 miles (+8,204)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,169 miles
    Test number
    507827305302
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureTyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions offside rear tyre (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. nearside (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass109,965 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    109,965 miles
    Test number
    145150838773
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded brake pipe at nearside front and offside front inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seatbelt catch dust cover missing

  16. Fail109,952 miles (+605)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,952 miles
    Test number
    608557219104
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam offside (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded brake pipe at nearside front and offside front inner wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded nearside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seatbelt catch dust cover missing

  17. Pass109,347 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    109,347 miles
    Test number
    351085411154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,347 miles (+4,684)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,347 miles
    Test number
    633364919938
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system excessively rough Top Strut mount is juddering (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass104,663 miles (+2,608)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    104,663 miles
    Test number
    899342125241
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteN/s/r seat belt clasp caseing missing
    • NoteRear brake pipes corroded
    • NoteStearing column uj has slight play

  20. Pass102,055 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,055 miles
    Test number
    336570924238
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  21. Fail102,055 miles (+2,827)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,055 miles
    Test number
    399500324252
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  22. Pass99,228 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    99,228 miles
    Test number
    989364803228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

  23. Fail99,220 miles (+2,751)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,220 miles
    Test number
    655621093124
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)

  24. Pass96,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    96,469 miles
    Test number
    629595112239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail96,469 miles (+3,286)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,469 miles
    Test number
    326219502200
    • FailureCoil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  26. Pass93,183 miles (+5,891)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    93,183 miles
    Test number
    888227001310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass87,292 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    741946800355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail87,150 miles (+7,337)4 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,150 miles
    Test number
    140599690216
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake hoses perishing
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes have surface corrosion
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers are damp
    • NoteOffside side repeter lense cover missing

  29. Pass79,813 miles (+7,627)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    79,813 miles
    Test number
    842608388278
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  30. Pass72,186 miles4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,186 miles
    Test number
    363514187248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOffside front repeater lamp lens missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre low tread
    • NoteRear anti-roll bar corroded
    • NoteRear tyres low tread
    • NoteSlight footbrake travel evident

  31. Fail72,186 miles (+15,484)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,186 miles
    Test number
    384872187271
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteOffside front repeater lamp lens missing
    • NoteOffside front tyre low tread
    • NoteRear anti-roll bar corroded
    • NoteRear tyres low tread
    • NoteSlight footbrake travel evident

  32. Fail56,702 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,702 miles
    Test number
    170525596471
    • Repaired at testFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass56,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    56,702 miles
    Test number
    652645696074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V81 JAE

Does V81 JAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V81 JAE is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on V81 JAE?
The MOT on V81 JAE is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V81 JAE done?
V81 JAE was recorded at 138,840 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 4,001 miles a year.
Has V81 JAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V81 JAE has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on V81 JAE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Mar 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V81 JAE find?
V81 JAE passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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