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2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · KP17 KNO

KP17 KNO

2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 74,984 miles. MOT valid until 15 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
Year / Origin
2017 · Northampton
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 15 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
74,984 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 15 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2017
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently passing, but the maintenance trend appears stable with minor, consumable wear rather than a serious structural deterioration. The most recent MOT test on 2026-02-26 was passed at 74,984 miles, indicating that the vehicle has maintained its mechanical integrity through the current testing cycle. The mileage history reveals a pattern of accumulation and occasional lapses, particularly concerning suspension and drivetrain components. While the 2026 test at 74,984 miles was passed, the 2025-03-04 test at 68,237 miles failed due to a split in the constant velocity boot on the front drive shaft. This indicates that the vehicle has experienced significant mileage accumulation over the last two years, with a notable gap between the 2025 and 2024 tests where the 63,092-mile test passed, suggesting the car has been maintained for about two years and has not yet accumulated enough wear to cause an issue. Based on these records, the buyer should inspect the front and rear suspension bushes, ball joints, and brake pads for binding, excessive play, or rust. The lack of a constant velocity boot on the front drive shaft is a critical finding that requires immediate attention to prevent potential failure under load. Given the passing of the 2026 MOT, the vehicle is considered to be in good condition for safe driving, but the history of a failed test on the 2025-03-04 date warrants a thorough check of the suspension and drivetrain systems.
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KP17 KNO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
  • 74,984 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT

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KP17 KNO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 04:30
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Mercedes-Benz Gla (KP17 KNO) between March 2023 and February 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 26 February 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 (8 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”.

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KP17 KNO Mileage History

  1. 08/03/202355,272 mi
  2. 04/03/202463,092 mi+7,820 mi
  3. 04/03/202568,237 mi+5,145 mi
  4. 04/03/202568,237 mi
  5. 26/02/202674,984 mi+6,747 mi

Average of roughly 6,629 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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