2020 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · CA20 FYV
2020 Mercedes-Benz A (1.3L, petrol). First registered 12 Aug 2020. Recorded mileage 39,855 miles. MOT expired on 19 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,855 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CA20 FYV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2025
- 39,855 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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CA20 FYV MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2020 Mercedes-Benz A (CA20 FYV) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
CA20 FYV Mileage History
- 08/08/202310,732 mi
- 05/08/202431,685 mi+20,953 mi
- 21/08/202539,855 mi+8,170 mi
Average of roughly 14,299 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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