2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA 2.0L Petrol · XJ11 ADE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, holding a clean MOT pass from December 2025 at 102,501 miles. The maintenance trend shows a shift from reactive repairs to proactive upkeep. While the car failed its test in December 2024 due to safety-critical brake and tyre issues, the subsequent retest five days later with no recorded defects indicates that the owner addressed the immediate mechanical failures to bring the car to standard. At 102,501 miles, the CLA has averaged approximately 8,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. There is a significant data gap in the official history between October 2017 at 95,492 miles and December 2024 at 97,412 miles. This seven-year period suggests the vehicle was either driven very infrequently or sat stationary for long durations, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components, fluid breakdown, and internal corrosion that is not captured by low mileage figures. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front braking system, as records show a recurring pattern of worn pads and discs noted in 2017 and again in 2024. Despite the 2025 pass, the mechanical calipers should be checked for uneven wear or sticking. Given the 2024 failure for exposed cords on the nearside front, all tyres must be inspected for sidewall cracking and agerelated, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from rot rather than tread depth.