2015 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · T90 EDW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift towards developing rubber and metal component degradation. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 55,985 miles passed, the tester flagged new advisories for corroded nearside and offside rear coil springs. This contrasts with the clean records seen in 2023 and 2024, indicating that age-related wear is beginning to overtake mechanical condition. The mileage profile is notably low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per year. There is a consistent gap of roughly 2,500 to 3,500 miles between annual tests, such as the 2,191 miles covered between January 2024 and the subsequent test. This low usage frequency explains the presence of tyre perishing and cracking noted in the January 2025 and December 2025 tests, as rubber components often degrade from age and exposure rather than through high tread wear. A buyer must physically inspect the rear suspension to assess the extent of the corrosion on the coil springs. While corrosion is often an advisory, the structural failure of a spring can lead to sudden collapse and vehicle instability. The recurring history of tyre damage, including a structural bulge failure in 2023 and subsequent cracking, suggests the vehicle may have been sitting for long periods or subjected to poor impact management. Check all tyre sidewalls for deep fractures or dry rot to ensure the rubber is not nearing its structural limit.