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2020 MERCEDES-BENZ A1.3L PETROL

JD18 ACK

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ A is a PETROL vehicle with a 1332cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 39,902.

MOT
Valid
Expires 06/09/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/09/2026
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Fuel
PETROL
Year
2020
Engine
1332cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. While the most recent test on September 3, 2025 at 39,902 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, the failure entry on the same day at the identical mileage suggests an administrative error or a minor retest that was rectified immediately. Since that point, the clean records indicate that the vehicle currently meets all statutory roadworthiness requirements. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-intensity use for a six-year vehicle, averaging approximately 6,650 miles per annum. Between the 2023 test at 22,611 miles and the 2024 at 32,119 miles, the car covered 9,508 miles, showing a steady usage rate. This low accumulation generally limits the mechanical wear typically associated with high-mileage operation on the drivetrain and suspension components, though infrequent use can sometimes lead to dry-rotted components or corrosion. Because the MOT history shows no recurring advisories regarding structural integrity or mechanical failure, a physical inspection should focus on standard consumable items that the MOT does not cover. A buyer should check the brake discs for surface pitting or thinning given the low mileage, and inspect the tyre sidewalls for cracking due to age. Given the age of the vehicle, verifying the condition of rubber suspension bushes and bushings is essential, as these parts degrade over time regardless of the distance driven.

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
✓ No outstanding recalls
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Euro EURO 6 AP

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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 22 Jun 2026, 16:06
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on its recent testing history. While the most recent test on September 3, 2025 at 39,902 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, the failure entry on the same day at the identical mileage suggests an administrative error or a minor retest that was rectified immediately. Since that point, the clean records indicate that the vehicle currently meets all statutory roadworthiness requirements. The mileage pattern is consistent with low-intensity use for a six-year vehicle, averaging approximately 6,650 miles per annum. Between the 2023 test at 22,611 miles and the 2024 at 32,119 miles, the car covered 9,508 miles, showing a steady usage rate. This low accumulation generally limits the mechanical wear typically associated with high-mileage operation on the drivetrain and suspension components, though infrequent use can sometimes lead to dry-rotted components or corrosion. Because the MOT history shows no recurring advisories regarding structural integrity or mechanical failure, a physical inspection should focus on standard consumable items that the MOT does not cover. A buyer should check the brake discs for surface pitting or thinning given the low mileage, and inspect the tyre sidewalls for cracking due to age. Given the age of the vehicle, verifying the condition of rubber suspension bushes and bushings is essential, as these parts degrade over time regardless of the distance driven.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2020 Mercedes-Benz A (JD18 ACK), we found 4 MOT results in the period of September 2023 to September 2025.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 75% pass rate, with 3 passes and 1 failure recorded. A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Windscreen (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”.

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