MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS2016 · 2.1L DIESEL

The vehicle presents in sound mechanical health following its most recent MOT pass on 2025-10-06 at 71,439 miles, where the tester recorded zero defects. That clean bill of health came just two days after a failure on 2025-10-04 at the identical mileage, indicating the previous owner addressed the flagged items promptly rather than deferring repairs. The maintenance trend is therefore improving, with the 2025-10-06 pass demonstrating that critical braking and lighting faults were rectified without delay. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,144 miles per year, which is typical for a 2016 A-Class and suggests consistent daily use rather than prolonged standing. The record shows a 2,933-mile increase between the February 2025 test at 68,506 miles and the October 2025 test at 71,439 miles, a reasonable spread over eight months. No anomalous gaps or sudden jumps appear in the data, and the mileage progression aligns with the vehicle's age. Buyers should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, which has been the primary source of advisories and failures across multiple tests. The October 2025 failure flagged worn and pitted front brake discs alongside worn rear discs, and the February 2025 pass still carried an advisory for a worn and pitted nearside rear disc. While these were addressed for the final pass, the recurring nature of disc wear suggests the vehicle may have been driven in conditions that accelerate corrosion or the discs themselves may be a recurring weak point. Examine the disc faces for scoring depth, lip formation, and heat discolouration, and check pad thickness to confirm the replacements were done to a proper standard rather than with budget components. The tyre wear pattern also warrants attention. Both the 2024-02-20 failure and the 2025-02-12 pass flagged the nearside rear tyre wearing close to the legal limit, specifically on the edge. This points to a possible alignment issue or worn suspension bush on that corner that has not been permanently resolved. Have the nearside rear suspension arm bushes, tracking, and wheel alignment inspected before purchase. The intermittent TPMS fault flagged in February 2024 was cleared by the next test, but a live diagnostic scan would confirm no residual sensor or module faults remain. Overall, the record reflects a vehicle that is mechanically sound today but has a documented history of brake and tyre wear that demands a thorough on-site check.