2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · RF22 PDY

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA was conducted on 29 July 2026 and resulted in a pass with no defects or minor issues recorded, confirming that the vehicle satisfied all statutory roadworthiness and emissions requirements at that examination. The preceding test, carried out on 25 July 2025, also concluded with a clean pass, indicating a stable and consistent maintenance profile over the recorded test history. With two consecutive advisories-free results across successive annual tests, the documented evidence suggests the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory standard and presents no immediate statutory concerns arising from the official inspection record. The absence of any recorded advisories relating to tyres, brakes, suspension, or corrosion is a positive indicator, particularly for a relatively modern premium vehicle of this class. With an odometer reading of 12,026 miles against an approximate age of four years, this CLA has covered an annual average of around 3,000 miles, which is substantially below the typical mileage for a vehicle of its vintage and points to either light private use, predominantly short journeys, or extended periods of standing between uses. While low mileage reduces wear on major mechanical drivetrain components such as the clutch, transmission, and engine internals, it introduces its own set of considerations. Vehicles that cover very low mileages often experience disproportionate degradation of certain consumables and components due to infrequent use rather than wear from distance covered. From a practical inspection perspective, a buyer should pay particular attention to the condition of the tyres, as rubber compounds deteriorate with age regardless of tread remaining; inspect the sidewalls closely for perishing, cracking, or any visible crazing, particularly given the manufacturing date stamped on the tyre sidewall. Brake discs and calipers are prone to corrosion and seizing when a vehicle stands for prolonged periods, so the buyer should check for any roughness or pulsation through the brake pedal during a test drive, listen for grinding or scraping noises from cold, and verify that the vehicle rolls freely when released on level ground without residual binding. The 12-volt battery is another critical concern, as low-mileage vehicles with frequent standing or only short journeys rarely allow full recharge cycles; a battery health test or voltage check is strongly advisable, along with inspection of the auxiliary battery commonly fitted to Mercedes-Benz vehicles for the convenience and start-stop systems. Time-based servicing items including engine oil and filter, brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid should be verified against the manufacturer's schedule, as calendar intervals take precedence over mileage on low-use vehicles and Mercedes-Benz generally recommends brake fluid renewal every two years regardless of distance covered. A comprehensive inspection on a hydraulic ramp would also be prudent to examine the underside for any standing-related corrosion, perished suspension bushes, and oil or fluid leaks from the engine, transmission, or differential seals that may have developed during periods of inactivity.