2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.3L Petrol · GY68 AED

The vehicle currently holds roadworthy status following a clean pass in November 2025 at 45,866 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than proactive care. A failure just three weeks prior to the latest test at 45,811 miles revealed that the nearside front door failed to operate from both inside and outside, alongside multiple tyre defects. While these were rectified to achieve the pass, the pattern suggests the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they result in an MOT failure. At eight years old, the recorded 45,866 miles represent a low annual average of approximately 5,700 miles per year. This low usage is consistent with the recurring issues with rubber components noted in the record. Between October 2023 and November 2024, the vehicle covered only 5,443 miles, yet the tyres were repeatedly flagged for cracking and perishing across three consecutive tests. This type of wear often indicates a vehicle that sits for long periods, causing the rubber to dry out and age despite having sufficient tread depth. A buyer must physically inspect the nearside front door mechanism to ensure the internal linkage and external latch are not seized or failing again given the previous 2025 failure. The 2023 failure for thin brake pads on both front and rear axles indicates that the braking system was neglected until it reached a critical safety limit. Given the history of perishing tyres, a thorough check of the current sidewalls for age-related cracking is essential, as the low mileage does not prevent the structural degradation of the rubber compounds.