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2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · LS21 ADV

LS21 ADV

2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 14 May 2021. Recorded mileage 40,262 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
Year / Origin
2021 · Wimbledon (South London)
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 21 Jun 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
40,262 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
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MOT Status
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Valid until 21 Jun 2027
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2021
Engine
1332cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 15 May 2025 at 31,310 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This indicates the car currently meets all DVSA safety and environmental standards without immediate mechanical concerns. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a five year old vehicle. Between the May 2024 test at 24,816 miles and the May 2025 test at 31,310 miles, the car covered 6,494 miles. This steady accumulation suggests regular use rather than prolonged periods of standing, which generally benefits the health of the battery and rubber seals. The MOT history is remarkably sparse regarding faults. A failure on 9 May 2024 was resolved on the same day, though the records provide no specific detail on the cause of that failure. The absence of recurring advisories regarding brake disc wear, suspension bushes, or tyre tread suggests a disciplined approach to preventative maintenance by the previous owner. A physical inspection should focus on standard wear items that MOT tests sometimes overlook. Check the condition of the brake pads and tyre depths to ensure they have not neared their limit since the May 2025 test. Given the lack of structural or mechanical flags in the DVSA data, there are no specific red flags regarding corrosion or drivetrain failure to investigate.
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LS21 ADV Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2026
  • 40,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LS21 ADV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 06:49
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz Cla (LS21 ADV) between May 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 23 June 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: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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: “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure and split. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.

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LS21 ADV Mileage History

  1. 09/05/202424,816 mi
  2. 09/05/202424,816 mi
  3. 15/05/202531,310 mi+6,494 mi
  4. 23/06/202640,262 mi+8,952 mi

Average of roughly 7,277 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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