MERCEDES-BENZ A 180 SPORT EXECUTVE EDITION A2022 · 1.3L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate following the test conducted on 13 May 2026 at 83,312 miles. While the car passed this most recent inspection, the transition from a failure to a pass on the same day indicates that the previous owner addressed the immediate legal requirements, specifically the illegal tread depth on both front tyres. The maintenance trend shows signs of accelerated wear, as the vehicle moved from a clean pass in January 2025 to multiple advisory items involving suspension components and brake friction material in May 2026. The recorded mileage of 83,312 over a four-year period confirms heavy usage, averaging approximately 20,800 miles per annum. This rapid accumulation suggests the car has spent the majority of its life on motorways or high-speed arterial roads, which typically places less stress on gearboxes and clutches but increases the rate of wear on suspension bushes, ball joints, and braking systems. The jump of over 24,000 miles between the January 2025 test and the May 2026 inspection highlights a period of intensive operation that likely contributed to the current state of the consumables. Prospective buyers should focus their physical inspection on the suspension drop links and the rear braking system, as these components were flagged as having slight play and thinning friction material respectively. Although the tyres were replaced to clear the failure, the persistent wear patterns suggest the vehicle may require a professional four-wheel alignment check to prevent premature scrubbing of new rubber. Ensure the rear brake discs are inspected for scoring or lip formation, as the reported thin pad material often indicates that the braking system is nearing the end of its current service cycle.