2021 Mercedes-Benz A 1.9L Diesel · LS21 NMX
2021 Mercedes-Benz A (1.9L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2021. Recorded mileage 19,715 miles. MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 31 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 19,715 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- 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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LS21 NMX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 01/04/2026
- 19,715 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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LS21 NMX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2021 Mercedes-Benz A (LS21 NMX) between March 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 01 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.
LS21 NMX Mileage History
- 30/03/202411,118 mi
- 29/03/202515,086 mi+3,968 mi
- 02/04/202515,086 mi
- 01/04/202619,715 mi+4,629 mi
- 01/04/202619,715 mi
Average of roughly 4,291 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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