2015 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.6L Petrol · J19 NBD

The vehicle maintains a generally stable roadworthiness record, though the recent history reveals a pattern of deferred maintenance. The most recent MOT on 4 June 2025 at 92,632 miles resulted in a pass with an advisory for thinning rear brake pads. While the car successfully cleared its annual inspection, the presence of these advisories suggests that the current owner is approaching the end of the service life for these components. The vehicle is currently overdue for its 2026 inspection, meaning the mechanical state has not been verified by a tester for over a year. The recorded mileage of 92,632 miles over eleven years averages roughly 8,400 miles annually, which aligns with typical usage for a premium saloon of this age. A significant jump in mileage occurred between June 2023 and June 2024, where the odometer increased by nearly 20,000 miles. This period of high usage correlates with the failure in June 2024, where the vehicle required repairs to the offside front suspension and headlamp assembly. The subsequent pass just two days later indicates that these repairs were addressed promptly, though the intensity of that year's usage likely accelerated the wear on the front-end components. Prospective buyers should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The 2024 failure involving the lower suspension arm and anti-roll bar linkage suggests that the front-end geometry has been subjected to significant stress, and any lingering play in the steering or knocking sounds during a test drive should be treated as a red flag. You must also verify the condition of the rear brake pads noted in the 2025 record, as these will almost certainly require immediate replacement. Inspect the headlamp lenses for clarity, as the previous failure for light intensity may indicate UV degradation or internal moisture ingress that could recur.