2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.3L Petrol · AO68 CVC

The vehicle presents a generally roadworthy profile with a stable maintenance trend despite a recent minor failure. The most recent test on 4 October 2025 at 66,059 miles resulted in a failure due to the nearside front outer tyre reaching depths below the 1.0mm legal limit. However, the owner rectified this immediately, securing a pass certificate on the same day. Prior to this, the vehicle maintained a clean record with no recorded defects across the previous three tests. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,250 miles per annum. Between September 2022 at 11,184 miles and October 2023 at 25,946 miles, the car covered 14,762 miles. A more significant increase occurred between the October 2024 and October 2025 tests, where over 20,000 miles were logged in twelve months. This steady progression suggests regular operation rather than long periods of standing, which generally benefits the seals and mechanical components by preventing premature seizing. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the underside to address the 2024 advisory regarding engine and body covers obscuring underside components. These covers can hinder a technician's ability to spot early oil leaks, coolant weeping, or emerging structural corrosion on the chassis. Given the recent tyre failure, a thorough check of the front suspension geometry and wheel alignment is necessary to ensure the tyre was not experiencing uneven wear caused by tracking issues or worn bushes. No history of structural rust or brake binding has been noted in the records, but the brake discs and pads remain standard points of inspection given the current mileage.