2016 MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS1.5L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 90,477 miles resulted in a pass, it followed a failure for critical safety defects. The tester identified a missing wheel fixing, a structurally compromised offside front tyre with a bulge, and a nearside tyre below legal tread limits. These failures suggest the previous owner only addressed faults when forced by the MOT process rather than performing routine safety checks. At 90,477 miles over ten years, the A-Class averages approximately 9,000 miles per annum, which aligns with typical national averages for a family vehicle. The mileage data shows consistent usage, with roughly 11,000 miles covered between October 2024 and September 2025, and another 10,400 miles between the 2023 and 2024 tests. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, but it also means components are subject to standard wear and tear associated with these mileage intervals. A physical inspection must focus on the recurring oil leak which has appeared in both 2023 and 2025 records. Although the tester noted the leak was not excessive, its persistent presence indicates a degrading seal or gasket that will eventually require professional intervention to prevent engine bay contamination. Furthermore, the 2024 failure regarding the supplementary restraint system lamp and the tyre pressure monitoring system requires manual verification to ensure these electronic faults were fully rectified and are not currently masking intermittent issues. Given the recent failure for a missing wheel fixing, the buyer should also verify all wheel bolts are properly torqued.