2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.3L Petrol · N29 OJB

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clear improving trend following a period of neglect. The most recent inspection on 8 May 2026 at 67,941 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This follows three consecutive years of clean passes, indicating that the mechanical and structural issues identified in 2023 were addressed and the vehicle is currently being maintained to a high standard. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per annum. Between the 2024 test at 52,264 miles and the 2026 test at 67,941 miles, the car covered 15,677 miles, showing a slight increase in annual usage compared to earlier years. There are no significant gaps in the testing history that suggest long periods of standing, which helps prevent the premature degradation of rubber components and brake seals common in Mercedes-Benz models. The failure on 3 May 2023 at 42,407 miles reveals a previous lapse in basic maintenance regarding consumable items. The tester flagged multiple tyre faults, including low tread depth, structural cuts, and a perished sidewall, alongside a defective wiper blade. While these were non-mechanical failures, a buyer should still verify the current condition of the tyres to ensure they were replaced with high-quality rubber. Given the lack of advisories in the last three tests, the physical inspection should focus on checking for minor wear on suspension bushes and brake caliper pads, as these are the common points of fatigue at this mileage that do not always trigger an MOT failure.