2019 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · A19 WLG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline into neglect regarding preventative maintenance. While the most recent test on December 30, 2025, at 84,406 miles passed, it followed a significant failure just one week prior. This failure revealed two fractured front coil springs, both front tyres below the legal limit, and an exhaust leak, indicating that repairs are only addressed when forced by an inspection failure rather than through scheduled servicing. At 84,406 miles over seven years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 12,000 miles per annum, which is above the national average for its age. There is a notable gap in testing history between January 2024 and January 2025, where the car covered over 3,000 miles without a recorded inspection. The rapid accumulation of nearly 6,000 miles between early 2024 and late 2025 has accelerated the wear on consumable components, as evidenced by the state of the suspension and rubber parts. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the simultaneous failure of both coil springs and the previous report of play in the offside front ball joint suggest significant stress across the front assembly. The rear silencer leak noted in the latest test should be monitored for corrosion, as minor leaks often lead to structural exhaust failure if not replaced. Furthermore, the history of running tyres to the legal limit suggests the buyer should verify the remaining life and age of all tyres to ensure they are not nearing immediate replacement.