2019 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · KK68 BAU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT in January 2026, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test at 82,879 miles failed due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint, which was rectified immediately to achieve a pass the following day at a slightly higher mileage. This suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach a legal failure point. The mileage profile is consistent with a typical annual-use vehicle, averaging approximately 11,854 miles per year. There was a significant period of use covering 22,251 miles between the December 2023 test at 39,186 miles and the January 2025 test at 61,437 miles. This burst of activity explains the heavy wear noted on consumables during the early 2025 inspection, where all four brake pads and discs reached their wear limits simultaneously. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system and suspension components. The 2025 failure record highlighted pitted and scored discs along with thin pads across both axles, alongside an inoperative nearside rear parking brake. While these appear to have been serviced, the recurring nature of the ball joint failure in 2026 indicates that suspension components may be nearing the end of their service life. Physical inspection should check for play in the steering geometry and ensure the parking brake is now fully operational, as the previous efficiency failure indicated a significant mechanical oversight in the rear mechanism.