2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.3L Petrol · ORZ 5004

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the most recent inspection indicates a shift from a previously clean history toward neglect. While the car passed its tests from 2022 through 2025 without any defects, the April 2026 test at 28,746 miles introduced multiple advisories regarding tyre condition. This suggests that while the mechanical and structural components remained stable, the maintenance of consumable rubber components has recently been overlooked. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. Between April 2022 and April 2026, the car covered only 13,991 miles, indicating light use or long periods of inactivity. The gap of 5,084 miles between the 2025 and 2026 tests is standard, but the low mileage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber rather than mechanical tread wear, which aligns with the perishing issues noted in the latest report. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the 2026 record flagged cracking and perishing on both rear tyres alongside uneven wear and a cut on the nearside front. These faults suggest either poor alignment or that the tyres have reached their shelf life despite remaining tread depth. Given the low mileage and the evidence of tyre cracking, the inspector should also check the brake discs for corrosion or seized calipers, as vehicles that sit stationary frequently suffer from surface rust on the braking system.