2021 Mercedes-Benz A 1.9L Diesel · JA20 NSB
2021 Mercedes-Benz A (1.9L, diesel). First registered 07 May 2021. Recorded mileage 48,431 miles. MOT expired on 02 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2021
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,431 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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JA20 NSB Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 09/04/2026
- 48,431 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
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JA20 NSB MOT History
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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz A (JA20 NSB) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 April 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
JA20 NSB Mileage History
- 03/04/202429,459 mi
- 03/03/202533,973 mi+4,514 mi
- 09/04/202648,431 mi+14,458 mi
Average of roughly 9,414 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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