2021 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · VF21 SYX
2021 Mercedes-Benz A (1.3L, petrol). First registered 18 Aug 2021. Recorded mileage 56,943 miles. MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A
- Year / Origin
- 2021 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 56,943 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VF21 SYX Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/01/2026
- 56,943 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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VF21 SYX 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 2021 Mercedes-Benz A (VF21 SYX) between July 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VF21 SYX Mileage History
- 01/07/202447,375 mi
- 01/07/202447,375 mi
- 23/01/202552,339 mi+4,964 mi
- 21/01/202656,943 mi+4,604 mi
Average of roughly 6,143 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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