2020 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Diesel · SH70 EJA
2020 Mercedes-Benz A (1.3L, diesel). First registered 28 Nov 2020. Recorded mileage 39,699 miles. MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2020 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- None Outstanding
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,699 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SH70 EJA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/10/2026
- 39,699 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
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SH70 EJA 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 2020 Mercedes-Benz A (SH70 EJA) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))”.
SH70 EJA Mileage History
- 05/10/202319,100 mi
- 06/09/202423,589 mi+4,489 mi
- 03/10/202530,912 mi+7,323 mi
- 03/10/202530,912 mi
- 27/10/202639,699 mi+8,787 mi
Average of roughly 6,730 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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