2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · SD21 ULV
2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 27 Apr 2021. Recorded mileage 37,873 miles. MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 37,873 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SD21 ULV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/04/2026
- 37,873 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
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SD21 ULV 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz Cla (SD21 ULV) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 April 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: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.
SD21 ULV Mileage History
- 29/04/202418,479 mi
- 24/04/202526,914 mi+8,435 mi
- 24/04/202526,943 mi+29 mi
- 17/04/202637,867 mi+10,924 mi
- 17/04/202637,873 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 9,864 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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