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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y248 KVWMOT history

Y248 KVW is a silver petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 12 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 78,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

Y248 KVW silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
78,942 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,850 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 KVW
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
12 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 KVW was last recorded at 78,942 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,356 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
586 miles
Average per year
2,850 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,942 miles
  • 2025 – 78,356 miles
  • 2024 – 76,418 miles
  • 2022 – 72,821 miles
  • 2021 – 71,227 miles
  • 2020 – 69,640 miles
  • 2019 – 65,320 miles
  • 2018 – 60,790 miles
  • 2017 – 56,576 miles
  • 2016 – 52,216 miles
  • 2015 – 48,652 miles
  • 2014 – 44,341 miles
  • 2013 – 41,759 miles
  • 2012 – 38,468 miles
  • 2011 – 33,213 miles
  • 2010 – 30,203 miles
  • 2009 – 28,316 miles
  • 2007 – 25,658 miles
  • 2006 – 23,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,942 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion in placesRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 in poor condition

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,942 miles (+586)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    78,942 miles
    Test number
    449261062307
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion in places

  2. Pass78,356 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    78,356 miles
    Test number
    472940027922
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension top mountings noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion in places

  3. Fail78,356 miles (+1,938)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,356 miles
    Test number
    330268702199
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension top mountings noisy
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion in places

  4. Pass76,418 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,418 miles
    Test number
    665647641050
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    333730718050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion in places

  6. Pass72,821 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,821 miles
    Test number
    394968478400
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise to improve handbrake effort
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  7. Fail72,821 miles (+1,594)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,821 miles
    Test number
    492463129578
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise to improve handbrake effort
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  8. Pass71,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    71,227 miles
    Test number
    287903372520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail71,227 miles (+1,587)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,227 miles
    Test number
    722348206235
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass69,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,640 miles
    Test number
    323239461430
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  11. Fail69,640 miles (+4,320)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,640 miles
    Test number
    574836373602
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  12. Pass65,320 miles (+4,530)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    65,320 miles
    Test number
    927646384106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,790 miles (+4,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,790 miles
    Test number
    658376354683
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  14. Pass56,576 miles (+4,360)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,576 miles
    Test number
    736308932865
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  15. Pass52,216 miles (+3,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,216 miles
    Test number
    323120730827
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust in poor condition

  16. Pass48,652 miles (+4,311)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,652 miles
    Test number
    465164055013
    • NoteExhaust in poor condition

  17. Pass44,341 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,341 miles
    Test number
    328614764047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,759 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    177277453472
    • NoteN/S front tyre perished on inner + outer side walls

  19. Fail41,759 miles (+3,291)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    106026853054
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S front tyre perished on inner + outer side walls

  20. Pass38,468 miles (+5,255)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    38,468 miles
    Test number
    326637462009
    • NoteNearside/offside front tyre treads wearing on edges and tyres perishing.
    • NoteNearside/offside rear tyres perishing slightly.

  21. Pass33,213 miles (+3,010)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,213 miles
    Test number
    335437461051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,203 miles (+1,887)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    30,203 miles
    Test number
    410440170067
    • 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)

  23. Pass28,316 miles (+2,658)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,316 miles
    Test number
    110010479014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  24. Pass25,658 miles (+2,055)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    25,658 miles
    Test number
    994517257238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass23,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,603 miles
    Test number
    781744966271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y248 KVW

Does Y248 KVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y248 KVW is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y248 KVW?
The MOT on Y248 KVW is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y248 KVW done?
Y248 KVW was recorded at 78,942 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 2,850 miles a year.
Has Y248 KVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 KVW has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y248 KVW 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 Y248 KVW find?
Y248 KVW passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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