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2020 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · OV20 ABU

OV20 ABU

2020 Mercedes-Benz A (1.3L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2020. Recorded mileage 32,573 miles. MOT valid until 02/06/2027.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A
Year / Origin
2020 · Oxford
MOT Status
Valid until 02/06/2027
Road Tax
Untaxed (01/08/2026)
Recorded Mileage
32,573 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02/06/2027
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01/08/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2020
Engine
1332cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following a period of concern. The most recent inspection conducted on June 2, 2025 at 28,060 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that any mechanical issues identified in the previous year have been rectified. This transition from a failure to a clean pass suggests that the vehicle is currently being maintained to a standard that meets minimum regulatory requirements. The mileage pattern is consistently low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,677 miles per year. Between the April 2023 test at 16,127 miles and the May 2024 test at 22,055 miles, the car covered 5,928 miles, followed by another 6,005 miles leading up to the June 2025 test. This low usage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though it can occasionally lead to dry seals or brake corrosion if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should investigate the specific cause of the failure recorded on May 30, 2024 at 22,055 miles, as the record does not specify the component that failed. While the subsequent retest was successful, it is vital to verify if the failure involved a simple consumable like a light bulb or a more significant mechanical component. Given the low mileage, a physical inspection of the brake discs for pitting and the suspension bushes for cracking is advisable, as low-use vehicles often suffer from environmental degradation rather than mechanical wear.

OV20 ABU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
  • 32,573 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

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

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
82
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✓ No outstanding recalls
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OV20 ABU Mileage History

  1. 30/05/202422,055 mi
  2. 30/05/202422,055 mi
  3. 02/06/202528,060 mi+6,005 mi
  4. 03/06/202632,573 mi+4,513 mi
  5. 04/06/202632,573 mi

Average of roughly 5,226 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

OV20 ABU MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Aug 2026, 15:47
MOT Analysis

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 2020 Mercedes-Benz A (OV20 ABU) between May 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 04 June 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 (3 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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 Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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