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2021 Mercedes-Benz A 180 Sport Executve Edition A 1.3L Petrol · FL71 YMM

FL71 YMM

2021 Mercedes-Benz A 180 Sport Executve Edition A (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2021. Recorded mileage 31,198 miles. MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A 180 SPORT EXECUTVE EDITION A
Year / Origin
2021 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Expired on 28 Sept 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
31,198 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 28 Sept 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2021
Engine
1332cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend indicates a recent lapse in proactive upkeep. The most recent test conducted on September 2025 at 31,198 miles passed immediately after a failure just one day prior. While the primary issues regarding a loose offside front undertray and a worn nearside rear tyre were rectified, the presence of these faults suggests the owner only addressed defects when prompted by an MOT failure rather than performing routine preventative checks. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 6,240 miles per year. Between the September 2024 test at 26,350 miles and the September 2025 test at 31,198 miles, the car covered 4,848 miles. This low annual accumulation generally suggests that mechanical components like the engine, gearbox, and suspension assembly should have relatively low wear compared to high-mileage examples of the same age. A buyer should perform a physical inspection of the tyre condition, noting that the nearside rear tyre was flagged for wearing on the edge in 2025. This specific defect often points to an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that require attention to prevent premature tyre degradation. The undertray beneath the radiator should also be checked to ensure it is securely fastened and undamaged, as the previous failure indicated it was loose and damaged. Given the lack of structural corrosion or brake defects in the record, the focus should remain on these consumables and the overall integrity of the plastic under-work.

FL71 YMM Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2025
  • 31,198 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (67%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
✓ No outstanding recalls
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FL71 YMM Mileage History

  1. 25/09/202426,350 mi
  2. 29/09/202531,198 mi+4,848 mi
  3. 30/09/202531,198 mi

Average of roughly 4,782 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

FL71 YMM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 20:22
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz A 180 Sport Executve Edition A (FL71 YMM) between September 2024 and September 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 30 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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

In total 4 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: “Offside Front Undertray likely to become detached Undertray below the radiator is damaged, loose (6.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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