2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · KE21 HMD
2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 29 Jun 2021. Recorded mileage 31,231 miles. MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 31,231 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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KE21 HMD Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 16/06/2026
- 31,231 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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KE21 HMD MOT History
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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz Cla (KE21 HMD) between June 2025 and June 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
KE21 HMD Mileage History
- 14/06/202521,928 mi
- 16/06/202631,231 mi+9,303 mi
Average of roughly 9,259 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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