2020 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · HN20 RZD
2020 Mercedes-Benz A (1.3L, petrol). First registered 23 Jun 2020. Recorded mileage 33,173 miles. MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 33,173 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HN20 RZD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 33,173 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HN20 RZD 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 2020 Mercedes-Benz A (HN20 RZD) between June 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 April 2026 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 (9 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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.
HN20 RZD Mileage History
- 26/06/202317,575 mi
- 26/06/202317,575 mi
- 30/04/202424,093 mi+6,518 mi
- 28/04/202528,168 mi+4,075 mi
- 28/04/202633,173 mi+5,005 mi
Average of roughly 5,495 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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