2018 MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS1.5L DIESEL

The vehicle holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 17 April 2026 at 49,416 miles, following a failure on the same day at 49,405 miles. The maintenance trend is currently stable but flagged by a cluster of tyre defects at the most recent test. The tester identified an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, alongside cracking or perishing on both rear tyres. The earlier failure that day also recorded a cut in the nearside front tyre deep enough to expose ply or cords, indicating a sudden deterioration in tyre condition immediately before the pass. All other recent tests from 2023 through 2025 passed without any defects, suggesting the current tyre issues are recent and likely reflect a lapse in basic upkeep rather than a long-standing mechanical fault. The mileage pattern is consistent and unremarkable for an eight-year-old vehicle. Annual accumulation from 35,302 miles in April 2023 to 49,416 miles in April 2026 averages roughly 4,700 miles per year over that three-year window, sitting below the stated lifetime average of 6,177 miles per year. The MOT record shows no gaps in testing continuity, with tests completed each April from 2023 onward, and the mileage progression is smooth with no sudden jumps or suspicious drops. The vehicle appears to have been used lightly in recent years, which typically reduces wear on consumables and structural components, making the sudden appearance of multiple tyre faults somewhat unexpected. A buyer should inspect all four tyres in person, paying close attention to sidewall condition, tread depth across each tyre's full width, and any evidence of uneven wear patterns. The offside front edge wear hints at possible tracking or suspension geometry issues, so checking front wheel alignment and suspension bushes is worthwhile. The rear tyres showing cracking or perishing may indicate age-related deterioration, prolonged standing, or exposure to harsh conditions, and their replacement history should be verified. Beyond the tyres, the clean MOT record from 2023 to 2025 suggests no structural corrosion, brake, or emissions concerns were present at those times, but a fresh underside inspection for corrosion, brake disc condition, and exhaust integrity remains prudent given the vehicle's age.