2021 Mercedes-Benz A 1.9L Diesel · BJ70 MZO
2021 Mercedes-Benz A (1.9L, diesel). First registered 24 Feb 2021. Recorded mileage 89,062 miles. MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 89,062 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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BJ70 MZO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
- 89,062 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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BJ70 MZO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz A (BJ70 MZO) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
BJ70 MZO Mileage History
- 23/02/202447,080 mi
- 20/02/202568,433 mi+21,353 mi
- 20/02/202568,436 mi+3 mi
- 23/02/202689,029 mi+20,593 mi
- 23/02/202689,062 mi+33 mi
Average of roughly 20,972 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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