2021 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · KT21 TVF

The 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class presents a clean and stable roadworthiness record. The most recent MOT, conducted on 17 June 2025 at 50,136 miles, passed with zero defects or advisories. This follows two consecutive flawless passes on 28 June 2024 at 36,457 miles and 26 June 2023 at 23,583 miles. The maintenance trend is stable and improving, with no recurring faults, structural corrosion, or mechanical deterioration flagged across the entire three-test history. A clean sweep of three consecutive passes with no advisories is a strong indicator of consistent upkeep and careful ownership. The mileage accumulation is linear and entirely typical for a five-year-old vehicle. Between the June 2023 test at 23,583 miles and the June 2024 test at 36,457 miles, the car covered 12,874 miles in roughly twelve months. The following year, from June 2024 to June 2025, the mileage increased by 13,679 miles to reach 50,136. This equates to approximately 13,000 miles per year, which sits at the upper end of normal annual use for a modern hatchback. The steady, predictable accumulation with no anomalous gaps suggests regular daily use rather than long periods of dormancy or sudden high-mileage bursts. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. With 50,136 miles on the clock, consumable components such as brake discs, pads, tyres, and suspension bushes will have experienced meaningful wear, even if they have remained within DVSA tolerance thresholds at each test. The front lower suspension arms and anti-roll bar links on this generation of A-Class are known to develop play over time, so a focused check of the front-end bushings and ball joints is advisable. Inspect the underside for any surface corrosion on subframes or suspension mounting points, particularly if the vehicle has been used in areas with regular road salt application. The exhaust system and DPF, where fitted, should be examined for leaks or soot staining, and a cold-start test will reveal any timing chain rattle or rough idle that a standard MOT does not capture. Tyre condition and alignment should be verified against the even wear expected from a car with no recorded steering or suspension faults. Overall, the MOT history provides strong reassurance, but the mileage level means wear-and-tear items are approaching intervals where proactive replacement may be needed in the near term.