2019 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · MU55 SMU
2019 Mercedes-Benz A (1.3L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2019. Recorded mileage 48,961 miles. MOT valid until 26 Sept 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2019 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,961 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MU55 SMU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/09/2026
- 48,961 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
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MU55 SMU 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 2019 Mercedes-Benz A (MU55 SMU) between September 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 September 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 (4 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues). 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 Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Multiple tears on inner sidewal”.
MU55 SMU Mileage History
- 28/09/202338,794 mi
- 04/09/202441,837 mi+3,043 mi
- 23/09/202544,798 mi+2,961 mi
- 26/09/202648,961 mi+4,163 mi
- 28/09/202648,961 mi
Average of roughly 3,389 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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