2021 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · CF21 OTL

The Mercedes-Benz A-Class presents a clean bill of health in its most recent MOT, passing on 21 May 2026 at 46,004 miles with zero defects. That marks a full year of fault-free running since the previous test, and the maintenance trend is clearly stable. The single advisory recorded in June 2024 at 21,283 miles — a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit — was a minor consumable issue rather than a structural or mechanical fault, and it has not recurred. No corrosion, suspension defects, brake faults, or emissions failures appear anywhere on the record. Mileage accumulation tells a consistent story. Between June 2024 and June 2025 the car added 12,143 miles, then slowed to 12,578 miles over the following twelve months through May 2026. That works out at roughly 9,200 miles per year across the vehicle's five-year life, which sits squarely within the typical range for a car of this age. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in the odometer readings that would suggest long periods of disuse or clocking irregularities. The annual test intervals are regular and the mileage progression is smooth. From a mechanical standpoint, the absence of recurring defects is encouraging. However, the nearside front tyre advisory in 2024 hints that the car may spend more time on urban roads or tight roundabouts, which places uneven stress on front-end consumables. A buyer should inspect the inner edges of both front tyres for uneven wear and check that the front suspension bushes and track rod ends have not developed play. The rear brakes and handbrake mechanism also deserve a close look, as these are common wear points on compact hatchbacks that do not always surface on MOT until they are well advanced. Underneath, examine the subframes and suspension mounting points for any signs of corrosion, particularly if the vehicle has been used in areas where road salt is prevalent. Overall, this is a well-maintained example with a transparent and largely uneventful history. The clean 2026 result carries particular weight given it is less than a month old. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on front-end tyre wear patterns, suspension condition, and underbody corrosion, but the MOT record itself raises no red flags.