2021 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · OE21 AHD

The vehicle's current roadworthiness is technically compliant following a pass on 2 June 2026, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in consumable upkeep. While the 2024 and 2025 tests showed no defects, the June 2026 testing cycle revealed multiple issues. The vehicle failed on 1 June 2026 at 38,539 miles due to a defective windscreen wiper and a tyre cut deep enough to expose the cords. Although the subsequent pass on 2 June 2026 at 38,687 miles cleared the offside rear tyre, the tester still flagged a cut in the nearside rear tyre and front tyres worn close to the legal limit. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with typical usage for a five-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 38,687 miles, averaging roughly 7,700 miles per year. The data shows a steady increase from 23,145 miles in June 2024 to 27,065 miles in June 2025, followed by a more significant jump to 38,539 miles by June 2026. This indicates the vehicle has transitioned from lower annual usage to a higher, more active driving pattern over the last twelve months. A prospective buyer should focus an inspection on the tyres and general consumables. The recurring issues with tyre damage and tread wear suggest a period of neglected maintenance regarding rubber components. You should check the remaining tread depth across all four tyres and inspect for any further sidewall damage or cuts. The fact that the front tyres were flagged as worn on the edges suggests a potential need to check wheel alignment or suspension geometry to ensure uneven wear is not a chronic issue. Beyond the tyres, the recent failure of the windscreen wiper blade indicates that basic service items may have been overlooked. While no structural corrosion or mechanical failures like brake binding or suspension bush degradation were noted in this period, the sudden appearance of multiple consumable defects after two years of clean records warrants a thorough check of all rubber seals, wiper assemblies, and the overall condition of the braking surfaces.