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2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · CJ17 ABZ

CJ17 ABZ

2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, diesel). First registered 28 Jul 2017. Recorded mileage 114,370 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Year / Origin
2017 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 18 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
Recorded Mileage
114,370 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 18 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jul 2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2017
Engine
1461cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-07-14 at 106,058 miles recorded a pass with no defects, but a conflicting fail entry on the same date and mileage raises questions about data accuracy. Previous tests from 2024-07-01 (99,895 miles) and 2023-06-26 (92,220 miles) both passed with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. The absence of recorded issues in all tests suggests the car has met legal standards, though the duplicate fail entry on 2025-07-14 may reflect administrative error or a retest after minor corrections. The mileage progression aligns with typical usage for a 9-year-old vehicle, averaging 11,784 miles annually. No significant gaps or rapid accumulation are evident between tests, with consistent increases of 7,675 miles (2023–2024) and 6,163 miles (2024–2025). This pattern suggests regular operation rather than prolonged inactivity, reducing concerns about component degradation from standing. However, the lack of detailed defect reports limits insight into potential wear trends in critical systems. Buyers should verify the vehicle’s mechanical condition through a professional inspection, focusing on suspension components, brake systems, and exhaust integrity. While MOT records show no structural corrosion or major faults, the absence of defect details in failed tests means unresolved issues—such as binding calipers, worn suspension bushes, or minor exhaust leaks—could persist. A thorough check of brake discs, coil springs, and emission controls is advised to confirm the car’s roadworthiness beyond documented MOT outcomes.

CJ17 ABZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/07/2026
  • 114,370 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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CJ17 ABZ Mileage History

  1. 01/07/202499,895 mi
  2. 01/07/202499,895 mi
  3. 14/07/2025106,058 mi+6,163 mi
  4. 14/07/2025106,058 mi
  5. 13/07/2026114,370 mi+8,312 mi

Average of roughly 7,126 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

CJ17 ABZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 09:05
MOT Analysis

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 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (CJ17 ABZ) between July 2024 and July 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

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.

Recorded failure items include: “Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))”.

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