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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,397 cc

Y217 OLKMOT history

Y217 OLK is a black petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 21 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 77,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

Y217 OLK black Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
77,995 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2023
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y217 OLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y217 OLK was last recorded at 77,995 miles on 26 Oct 2023, 3,235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,760 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
3,235 miles
Average per year
3,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 77,995 miles
  • 2022 – 74,760 miles
  • 2021 – 69,116 miles
  • 2020 – 65,679 miles
  • 2019 – 61,728 miles
  • 2018 – 58,021 miles
  • 2017 – 55,501 miles
  • 2016 – 53,530 miles
  • 2015 – 51,229 miles
  • 2014 – 49,846 miles
  • 2013 – 47,738 miles
  • 2012 – 45,678 miles
  • 2011 – 43,210 miles
  • 2010 – 41,327 miles
  • 2009 – 37,284 miles
  • 2008 – 32,165 miles
  • 2007 – 26,643 miles
  • 2006 – 21,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 16 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    429546158437
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    434856982661
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. FailMileage not read4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    855764981083
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    147733774924
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    275919461734
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass77,995 miles (+3,235)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    77,995 miles
    Test number
    699121155540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,760 miles
    Test number
    371519697657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    905541541192
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass69,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    69,116 miles
    Test number
    641531841537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,116 miles (+3,437)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,116 miles
    Test number
    582915376512
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both. (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass65,679 miles (+3,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    65,679 miles
    Test number
    171690261652
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass61,728 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,728 miles
    Test number
    398084210856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail61,728 miles (+3,707)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,728 miles
    Test number
    102819552168
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass58,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    58,021 miles
    Test number
    111881295293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,021 miles (+2,520)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,021 miles
    Test number
    465046674796
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass55,501 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    55,501 miles
    Test number
    730167679721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,530 miles (+2,301)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    53,530 miles
    Test number
    945508017816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass51,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,229 miles
    Test number
    161732387604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,229 miles (+1,383)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,229 miles
    Test number
    974675150060
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  20. Pass49,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,846 miles
    Test number
    588103094231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Fail49,840 miles (+2,102)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,840 miles
    Test number
    355943194434
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Fail47,738 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,738 miles
    Test number
    137061593243
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass47,738 miles (+2,060)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,738 miles
    Test number
    345361093228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,678 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,678 miles
    Test number
    379623982292
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Fail45,677 miles (+2,467)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,677 miles
    Test number
    345833582272
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass43,210 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,210 miles
    Test number
    945162891205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Fail43,209 miles (+1,882)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,209 miles
    Test number
    655202491295
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Fail41,327 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,327 miles
    Test number
    112684890241
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  29. Pass41,327 miles (+4,043)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    41,327 miles
    Test number
    542264690224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass37,284 miles (+5,119)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    37,284 miles
    Test number
    401744399289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass32,165 miles (+5,522)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,165 miles
    Test number
    774199888254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass26,643 miles (+5,090)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    26,643 miles
    Test number
    242368087213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail21,553 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,553 miles
    Test number
    612179586203
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  34. Pass21,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    21,553 miles
    Test number
    883019186277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y217 OLK

Does Y217 OLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y217 OLK is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y217 OLK?
The MOT on Y217 OLK is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y217 OLK done?
Y217 OLK was recorded at 77,995 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2023, an average of 3,315 miles a year.
Has Y217 OLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y217 OLK has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y217 OLK 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 Y217 OLK find?
Y217 OLK passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side; offside front coil spring corroded; offside rear outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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