MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS2017 · 1.5L Diesel

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 14 July 2025 at 71,436 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean tests, suggesting the car has been maintained to a standard that avoids common wear-and-tear failures. The mileage accumulation shows a significant increase in the last two years. Between October 2022 and October 2023, the vehicle covered 15,248 miles. However, the jump from 53,689 miles in July 2024 to 71,436 miles in July 2025 represents a rapid increase of 17,747 miles in a single year. This shift suggests a change in usage patterns, moving from moderate city or commuter use to more intensive long-distance driving. The MOT record is unusually clean for a nine-year-old vehicle. There are no mentions of corrosion, suspension bush wear, or brake disc degradation across the entire history. The failure on 22 July 2024 was resolved within twenty-four hours, though the record does not specify the defect. This lack of documented advisories is positive but means the record provides no clues regarding upcoming consumable replacements. A buyer should focus on physical inspection of the brakes and tyres given the recent high-mileage surge. Check for uneven tyre wear or thinning brake pads that may have developed since the July 2025 test. Inspect the underside for any signs of surface corrosion or fluid leaks that the MOT tester may have overlooked, as the absence of any recorded advisories over five years is atypical for this model.