2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · YN22 UBB

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2022 Mercedes-Benz CLA was conducted on 5 December 2025 and resulted in a pass, with no defects or advisories recorded. This was preceded by a further pass on 27 February 2025, again with a clean sheet. Two consecutive tests returned without advisories is a reassuring indicator that the vehicle has been maintained to a satisfactory roadworthy standard at the time of each inspection, and the absence of any noted wear items or monitoring items suggests the braking, suspension, steering, exhaust, lighting, and tyre condition were all deemed compliant. The overall maintenance trend therefore reads as stable and well managed, with no visible deterioration in test outcomes between the two most recent examinations. It is worth noting, however, that a clean MOT does not constitute a mechanical guarantee; it simply confirms the vehicle met minimum statutory standards on the day of test. The recorded mileage of 26,524 miles over approximately four years equates to an annual usage figure of around 6,631 miles, which is broadly in line with typical averages for a premium-class vehicle of this age. This is neither distressingly low nor unusually high, meaning the wear implications are moderate. The principal mechanical areas affected by this kind of mileage band within four years are the braking system, tyres, and general service items rather than major drivetrain components. There is no evidence in the MOT history of significant mileage gaps or sudden accumulations between tests, which suggests the odometer reading has progressed in a consistent and credible manner, supporting the likelihood of a genuine and uninterrupted service history. Given the clean MOT record and the moderate annual mileage, a prospective buyer should still carry out a series of practical physical inspections appropriate to a four-year-old Mercedes-Benz. Tyre condition warrants particular attention: even with adequate tread depth, a vehicle that has covered only modest annual mileage can suffer from sidewall perishing or age-related cracking, especially if kept outdoors. The DOT date code on each tyre should be checked to confirm manufacture within the last five years, and any uneven shoulder wear may point to suspension or geometry concerns. Brake discs should be examined for any lipping or surface corrosion, as standing periods combined with light use can lead to corrosion build-up or, conversely, to calipers seizing if the vehicle has been left unused for extended intervals. The 12-volt battery should be tested for state of health, as Mercedes-Benz vehicles with complex electrical systems are particularly sensitive to voltage drop, and a battery approaching the end of its typical four to five year service life can produce a range of obscure electrical faults. A roadworthy test drive should focus on detecting any symptoms of underlying wear that the MOT would not have flagged. Listen for any clonks or knocks from the suspension over speed humps and rough surfaces, which may indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes, control arm bush deterioration, or coil spring fatigue all common findings on a chassis of this age and mileage. The gearbox, whether manual or automatic DCT, should shift smoothly through all ranges without hesitation, judder, or unexpected torque interruption. Brake feel should be firm and progressive without any vibration through the pedal, and the steering should remain precise and free of vibration or pulling. Finally, it is prudent to verify the service book stamps, confirm the timing belt or chain service interval status according to Mercedes-Benz schedules, and check that all time-based fluid changes, particularly brake fluid which is hygroscopic and typically renewed every two years, and coolant, have been carried out at the correct intervals regardless of the modest mileage accrued.