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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y216 ULBMOT history

Y216 ULB is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 11 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 44,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

Y216 ULB silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
44,516 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,251 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y216 ULB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y216 ULB was last recorded at 44,516 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 1,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
43,211 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,305 miles
Average per year
1,251 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,516 miles
  • 2025 – 43,211 miles
  • 2024 – 41,465 miles
  • 2023 – 39,883 miles
  • 2022 – 38,749 miles
  • 2021 – 37,897 miles
  • 2020 – 37,048 miles
  • 2019 – 35,454 miles
  • 2018 – 34,027 miles
  • 2017 – 32,174 miles
  • 2016 – 29,771 miles
  • 2014 – 27,738 miles
  • 2013 – 26,099 miles
  • 2012 – 24,750 miles
  • 2011 – 23,935 miles
  • 2010 – 23,554 miles
  • 2009 – 22,497 miles
  • 2008 – 21,599 miles
  • 2007 – 20,500 miles
  • 2006 – 19,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,516 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    44,516 miles
    Test number
    763897404653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail44,516 miles (+1,305)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,516 miles
    Test number
    243865616281
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) likely to become detached (4.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  3. Pass43,211 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    43,211 miles
    Test number
    564662914650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.
  4. Fail43,211 miles (+1,746)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,211 miles
    Test number
    186905139813
    • Repaired at testBonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.
  5. Pass41,465 miles (+1,582)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    41,465 miles
    Test number
    667402014257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass39,883 miles (+1,134)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    39,883 miles
    Test number
    530855979010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,749 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    38,749 miles
    Test number
    180056521147
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Fail38,749 miles (+852)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,749 miles
    Test number
    167602374909
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Pass37,897 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    37,897 miles
    Test number
    859909367439
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play & Offside Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  10. Fail37,897 miles (+849)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,897 miles
    Test number
    882589978608
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output x2 (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play & Offside Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass37,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    37,048 miles
    Test number
    615307440662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,048 miles (+1,594)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,048 miles
    Test number
    187246401016
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  13. Pass35,454 miles (+1,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    35,454 miles
    Test number
    679178092441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  14. Pass34,027 miles (+1,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    34,027 miles
    Test number
    229646175954
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  15. Pass32,174 miles (+2,403)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    32,174 miles
    Test number
    128365070903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,771 miles (+2,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    29,771 miles
    Test number
    836906615761
    • AdvisoryChild fitted
  17. Pass27,738 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    27,738 miles
    Test number
    446364744460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,099 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    26,099 miles
    Test number
    666990913364
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth sides rear tyre outer side wall deteriorated
  19. Fail26,097 miles (+1,347)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,097 miles
    Test number
    329290913365
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth sides rear tyre outer side wall deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer side wall deteriorated
  20. Pass24,750 miles (+815)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,750 miles
    Test number
    799287372240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,935 miles (+381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    23,935 miles
    Test number
    185862561226
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  22. Pass23,554 miles (+1,057)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    23,554 miles
    Test number
    333469270427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  23. Pass22,497 miles (+898)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,497 miles
    Test number
    800402469140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,599 miles (+1,099)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    21,599 miles
    Test number
    100414558152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,500 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,500 miles
    Test number
    533120337188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,669 miles
    Test number
    230749426197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail19,669 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,669 miles
    Test number
    661959026107
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Questions about Y216 ULB

Does Y216 ULB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y216 ULB is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y216 ULB?
The MOT on Y216 ULB is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y216 ULB done?
Y216 ULB was recorded at 44,516 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 1,251 miles a year.
Has Y216 ULB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y216 ULB has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y216 ULB 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 Y216 ULB find?
Y216 ULB passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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