2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · YP17 EDL
2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.1L, diesel). First registered 28 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 48,421 miles. MOT expired on 30 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 48,421 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP17 EDL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2025
- 48,421 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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YP17 EDL 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 2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (YP17 EDL) between January 2024 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
YP17 EDL Mileage History
- 30/01/202437,153 mi
- 31/01/202570,285 km
- 31/01/202570,285 km
- 24/10/202548,418 mi
- 31/10/202548,421 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 6,432 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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