2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · KJ23 BLV
2023 Mercedes-Benz CLA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 21 Jul 2023. Recorded mileage 37,280 miles. MOT valid until 20 Jul 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
- Year / Origin
- 2023 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,280 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KJ23 BLV Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 37,280 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded
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KJ23 BLV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2023 Mercedes-Benz Cla (KJ23 BLV) between July 2026 and July 2026.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 July 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: Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
KJ23 BLV Mileage History
- 22/07/202637,280 mi
- 22/07/202637,280 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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