2021 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · PO71 WXZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean pass on March 30, 2026 at 52,862 miles. The maintenance trend shows a stable pattern where the car has encountered failures at the start of its testing cycles but has consistently passed subsequent inspections without any recorded defects or minor advisories. The lack of advisories on the most recent certificate suggests that any previous mechanical issues were addressed and that the vehicle is currently meeting minimum safety standards. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical annual-use profile, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between the April 2024 test at 17,446 miles and the March 2025 test at 35,692 miles, representing an increase of over 18,000 miles in a single year. The subsequent interval saw another 17,170 miles covered before the 2026 test. This consistent usage suggests regular operation, which is generally beneficial for vehicle components like seals and braking systems compared to long periods of standing. A buyer should investigate the specific reasons for the failures recorded at 35,689 miles and 46,219 miles, as the record shows no specific defects listed for those instances. These failures often relate to minor consumable items such as blown bulbs, wiper blades, or slight fluid leaks that were rectified quickly. Since the MOT history lacks any advisories for suspension bushes, structural corrosion, or brake wear, the physical inspection should focus on verifying the state of the tyre treads and the thickness of the brake discs to ensure no accelerated wear has occurred since the March test.