2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · UU10 BRU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the recent MOT history indicates a significant decline in maintenance standards. While it passed the most recent test in December 2025 at 104,848 miles, this followed two failures within the same month. The trend shows a shift from a clean record in late 2023 to a series of mechanical and cosmetic failures in 2024 and 2025, suggesting that the owner is only reacting to failed test results rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 104,848 miles, the A-Class has averaged approximately 8,000 miles per year, which is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle. However, the data between December 2023 (95,258 miles) and December 2025 (104,848 miles) reveals a cluster of faults occurring over just 10,000 miles. This rapid accumulation of defects, including multiple failures in a short(^, indicates that components are reaching the end of their operational life or have been neglected. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the nearside rear artwork, as the record confirms a repaired or welded inner rim. Structural repairs to wheels often point to deep corrosion or previous impact damage. The history also flags recurring issues with the front anti-roll bar linkages, which showed deteriorated dust covers in both 2024 and 2025. These should be checked for play in the joints to ensure they were actually replaced as required. The engine management system remains a point of concern due to the inoperative warning indicator light (MIL) reported in December 2025. An inoperative MIL is a serious failure as it can mask ongoing engine faults. Furthermore, the record shows a pattern of neglecting tyre condition and perishing of the rubber, alongside a pitted offside rear brake disc. The buyer should verify the current state of all four tyres and the braking system to ensure no further expenditure is required immediately after purchase.