2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Petrol · S33 JAD
2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.0L, petrol). First registered 14 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 62,092 miles. MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,092 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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S33 JAD Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/11/2025
- 62,092 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
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S33 JAD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (S33 JAD) between September 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
S33 JAD Mileage History
- 23/09/202235,967 mi
- 29/09/202343,180 mi+7,213 mi
- 05/09/202449,771 mi+6,591 mi
- 20/11/202562,092 mi+12,321 mi
Average of roughly 8,270 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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