2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · BT65 DZB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a persistent trend of reactive rather than preventative care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 89,864 miles shows a pass despite recurring advisories regarding front suspension arm bushes and pitted or scored front brake discs. While the vehicle has passed its tests, the persistence of these faults across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses components once they approach failure limits or are flagged by a tester. At 89,864 miles over 11 years, the car averages approximately 8,170 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a premium compact of this age. The record shows consistent mileage accumulation, with roughly 13,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 13,500 miles between April 2025 and March 2026. This regular usage suggests the vehicle is driven frequently, which helps prevent internal corrosion but accelerates the wear on rubber components. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension assembly. The tester repeatedly flagged worn front suspension arm bushes and bushes in 2024, 2025, and 2026. These components are prone to perished rubber and can affect steering precision and noise if not replaced. Furthermore, the deterioration of anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers noted in 2024 indicates a history of rubber components failing, which should be checked for current tears to prevent premature joint failure. The braking system also requires attention. The front brake discs have been noted as pitted or scored since at least 2024, indicating they are nearing their service life or suffering from surface corrosion. Given the history of failing on tyre tread depth and condition in 2024 and 2025, the buyer should verify the current state of all tyres to ensure they are not nearing the legal limit or showing structural damage to the sidewalls.