2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.6L Petrol · AF67 VLW

The most recent MOT inspection on 28 November 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the vehicle was in a compliant state at that time. When reviewing the longitudinal maintenance trend, the history shows a period of instability throughout 2024, characterized by a failure due to a structural tyre defect and several advisories regarding braking components and washer jet functionality. However, the subsequent pass in early 2025 suggests that these identified issues were addressed, and the vehicle has since entered a period of improved stability. The absence of defects in the two most recent tests implies that the previous maintenance interventions were successful in bringing the vehicle back to a standard level of roadworthiness. With 100,873 miles recorded over approximately eight years, this Mercedes-Benz CLA has averaged roughly 12,600 miles per year. This represents a higher-than-average usage profile for a premium compact executive car, suggesting regular motorway or long-distance driving rather than short, urban trips. While higher mileage generally correlates with increased wear on consumable components such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and drivetrain mounts, it often implies more consistent mechanical operation, which can prevent the issues associated with vehicles that sit idle for long periods. Prospective buyers should be aware that at this mileage, the vehicle is entering a phase where major service items and wear-and-tear components may require more frequent replacement to maintain reliability. The MOT history highlights specific areas that warrant close scrutiny during a physical inspection and test drive. The recurring advisories regarding front brake pads wearing thin in 2024 suggest that the braking system is subject to regular wear. You should inspect the brake discs for significant scoring or lip formation and listen for any grinding noises or feel for pedal pulsation, which could indicate warped discs or worn pads. Furthermore, the previous failure regarding a tyre cut reaching the cords and the advisory for uneven tyre wear indicate that the vehicle's wheel alignment or suspension geometry may have been compromised in the past. During your test drive, pay close attention to any steering pull to one side, vibrations through the steering wheel at speed, or uneven tread wear on the inner or outer edges of the tyres. Given the high mileage and the age of the vehicle, you should also perform a thorough check of the vehicle's fluid health and rubber components. Even if the MOT is currently clean, the 2018 manufacture date means that rubber elements such as serpentine belts, coolant hoses, and tyre sidewalls may be showing signs of perishing or age-related cracking. Verify the service history to ensure that oil changes and fluid flushes, including brake fluid and coolant, have been conducted according to the manufacturer's intervals rather than just at MOT times. Finally, check for any signs of minor oil or coolant leaks around the engine bay and inspect the underside for excessive corrosion, as the higher mileage suggests the vehicle has likely been exposed to a variety of road conditions and salt levels.