2021 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · SH60 FFS

The vehicle demonstrates stable roadworthiness with no recorded defects in its most recent three MOT tests, including the latest on 2025-08-08 at 20,257 miles. All prior tests—2025-05-23 (19,811 miles) and 2024-09-24 (16,314 miles)—also showed no issues, indicating consistent maintenance. However, the gap between the last test and today’s date (2026-07-20) exceeds 11 months, which may suggest the vehicle has been unused or stored for extended periods, potentially affecting components like tyres, suspension, and fluid systems. The mileage of 20,257 miles over five years equates to approximately 4,051 miles annually, significantly lower than average. This pattern implies infrequent use or long-term storage, which can lead to dry rot in rubber components, seized mechanisms, or corrosion in underbody areas. A notable increase in mileage occurred between 2024-09-24 (16,314 miles) and 2025-05-23 (19,811 miles), a 3,497-mile rise in eight months, followed by a 446-mile jump to 20,257 by 2025-08-08. Such fluctuations may indicate periods of intermittent use, requiring closer inspection of wear on brakes, tyres, and drivetrain components. While no structural or mechanical faults were flagged in the MOT history, the low mileage and potential storage periods necessitate a physical check for dry or cracked rubber parts, suspension bushings, and corrosion in the exhaust system. Buyers should also verify brake disc condition, as infrequent use can cause uneven wear or binding calipers. The absence of advisories on tyres or wiper blades suggests these were replaced recently, but their age and tread depth should still be confirmed manually. Overall, the MOT record reflects a well-maintained vehicle, but its usage history warrants thorough in-person scrutiny.