2020 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · K99 SAD
2020 Mercedes-Benz A (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2020. Recorded mileage 28,317 miles. MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Borehamwood
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 28,317 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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K99 SAD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/01/2026
- 28,317 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
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K99 SAD 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 (K99 SAD) between January 2023 and January 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 January 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: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
K99 SAD Mileage History
- 26/01/20239,450 mi
- 16/01/202414,766 mi+5,316 mi
- 08/01/202520,488 mi+5,722 mi
- 08/01/202628,235 mi+7,747 mi
- 15/01/202628,317 mi+82 mi
Average of roughly 6,351 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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