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A17 UBY

2021 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Hybrid electric (clean) 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

48,975 mi
Last recorded48,975 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz A-class26,873 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 UBY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 48,975 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2025 47,512 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 38,072 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Nov 2024 38,072 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 41,418 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 35,853 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 29,297 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 25,069 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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A17 UBY is a 2021 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc hybrid electric (clean) engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 26,873 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 UBY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A17 UBY registered?

A17 UBY is a 2021 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 November 2021.

Is A17 UBY safe to buy?

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