2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · BW65 YDT

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness, evidenced by a clean record of passes over the last five years. The most recent inspection conducted on 27 September 2025 at 90,647 miles returned no defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the previous owners have proactively managed the vehicle, preventing the accumulation of minor mechanical faults that typically appear on German cars of this age. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. Between the 2021 test at 44,209 miles and the 2025 test at 90,647 miles, the car covered 46,438 miles, showing a steady usage profile rather than periods of neglect or sudden heavy strain. This regularity suggests the components have not been subjected to the degradation caused by long-term standing or the excessive wear associated with high-mileage motorway commuting. While the MOT history shows no recurring failures or advisories for suspension components or structural corrosion, a physical inspection should focus on components prone to wear at the 90,000-mile mark. A buyer should check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of cracking, as the MOT does not always catch minor play. Given the clean history, verifying the brake discs for thinning and checking for fluid leaks around the drivetrain will ensure the mechanical state matches the excellent documented history.