2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.3L Petrol · HAR 107C

A consistent theme of tyre wear and minor cosmetic damage runs through the four recorded MOT tests on this 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA, with the car passing every test since first MOT-ability in 2023 and showing no structural or mechanical failures in the DVSA record. The most recent test on 2026-03-04 was a pass with only a single advisory relating to a child seat restricting inspection of an adult belt, an observation that does not reflect any mechanical defect on the vehicle itself. Going back to 2024, the pattern shows nearside and offside rear tyres flagged for slight damage, cracking or perishing alongside a minor windscreen chip that did not obstruct the driver's view, and the 2023 test recorded both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the inner or outer edge. The overall trajectory is therefore one of stable roadworthiness with advisories limited to tyre condition, suggesting the chassis, brakes, suspension and emissions systems have not produced any cause for tester concern over the recorded period. Recorded mileage stands at 59,367 miles over roughly six years, which equates to an annual accumulation of around 9,894 miles per year, a figure broadly typical for a modern executive saloon in regular service. There are no anomalous gaps or sudden jumps in the mileage progression that would suggest the vehicle has spent extended periods laid up or has covered an unusually high mileage in a short window, so the wear pattern on consumables such as tyres and brake components can be interpreted as proportionate to its use. At this mileage the drivetrain, including the dual-clutch or automatic transmission depending on specification, will have accumulated meaningful working hours and the brake discs and pads are likely approaching or past their first replacement cycle, even though the MOT record does not flag them specifically. There is no evidence of SORN periods or absent tests that would raise concerns about corrosion through inactivity, and the absence of any advisories related to underbody corrosion, exhaust integrity or suspension components is a relevant positive data point on this age of vehicle. For a prospective buyer, the most directly relevant area to focus inspection on is the four tyres, because all four wheel positions have featured in advisories at different points across 2023 and 2024. On a physical inspection, check the current tread depth across the full width of each tyre, paying particular attention to the inner and outer shoulders of the front pair to confirm whether the edge wear noted in 2023 has progressed into uneven shoulder wear that would indicate an alignment or geometry issue. Feel for tramlines, flat spotting or feathering on the tread blocks, and inspect the sidewalls for any cracking, perishing or bulging consistent with the rear tyre observations from the 2024 test. The minor windscreen chip recorded in 2024 should also be re-examined to confirm it has not propagated into the driver's swept area, as a chip that grows beyond the legal tolerance would become a failure item at the next test. Beyond the tyres, the lack of any brake, suspension or exhaust advisories over four tests is a useful indicator, but at 59,367 miles these are still items to verify on a road test. On a drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which could indicate worn lower wishbone or control arm bushes, and feel for any vagueness or clunking through the steering wheel during full-lock manoeuvres that might point to worn tie rod or drop link components. Apply the brakes firmly from speed and check for any judder through the pedal or steering, which on a Mercedes of this age would suggest warped front brake discs, and listen for any grinding or scraping that could indicate pad material worn down to the sensor or backing plate. Finally, inspect the underside visually for any signs of oil residue from the engine or transmission, exhaust hangers showing corrosion, and the condition of the brake lines and fuel lines for any surface rust, as these areas commonly attract advisory items on higher-mileage German saloons even when they have not yet reached the failure threshold.