2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Petrol · AL11 ADG

The vehicle achieved a PASS at the most recent MOT on 20 November 2025 (53 309 mi) but carries advisories for near‑side and off‑side front tyres worn to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e)). The preceding test three days earlier recorded a FAIL that included a supplementary restraint system warning lamp (7.1.6 (a)), identical tyre wear entries and rear‑tyre tread depths below 1.6 mm with perishing. The rapid failure‑to‑pass cycle indicates repairs were undertaken, yet the recurrence of tyre deterioration and the earlier suspension ball‑joint wear (5.3.4 (a)(i) at 30 918 mi in November 2023) point to a worsening consumable‑wear trend rather than a stable condition. Mileage progression shows a rise from 16 403 mi in December 2021 to 53 309 mi in November 2025, an average of roughly 9 200 mi per year—considerably above the typical 6 600 mi for a six‑year‑old vehicle. The data set contains an anomalous pair of tests on consecutive days in late 2021 where mileage jumped from 6 403 mi to 16 403 mi, suggesting a possible recording error. Otherwise the annual intervals are consistent, and the latest entries are within nine months of the present date, providing relatively current information. A buyer should inspect the tyre condition closely: front tyres are already at the wear limit, while rear tyres exhibit low tread and perishing that may compromise grip. The lower suspension arm ball joint should be examined for excessive wear, and the seatbelt warning system verified for proper operation. Registration plate conformity is a recurring issue; the plates must meet spacing and character specifications. Brake components, especially calipers and discs, should be checked for binding or corrosion, and the chassis inspected for rust or structural degradation. Finally, a visual check of the exhaust system and any visible corrosion will help assess the overall mechanical health of the car.