2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · CA68 YHF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward deferred attention regarding consumable components. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 41,844 miles passed, it revealed new defects concerning the front brake discs and an offside front tyre. This indicates a pattern where parts are only addressed once they reach the legal limit or trigger an MOT advisory, rather than being replaced on a preventative service schedule. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,230 miles per year. The data shows consistent annual usage, with roughly 5,000 to 6,000 miles covered between the December 2023 and December 2025 tests. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, yet it often allows rubber-based components and metal surfaces to degrade, as evidenced by the pitting and scoring on the front brake discs which frequently occur when vehicles sit for extended periods or undergo only short use. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front braking system and the tyres. The recurring reports of pitted brake discs in both the 2024 and 2025 tests suggest the discs have reached the end of their functional life and require immediate replacement. Additionally, the repeated edge wear noted on the tyres in 2023 and 2025 suggests a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that needs professional investigation to prevent premature wear on new rubber. Ensure the supplementary restraint system fault from the 2022 failure has been properly cleared, as no mention is made in subsequent tests.