2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · CE67 ADV

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile that has recently shifted from a clean record to a pattern of consumable wear and minor mechanical failures. While the most recent test on 30 March 2026 at 139,307 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle failed just two days prior at 139,274 miles. This failure involved both a perished rear tyre condition and a defective offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover. The transition from a clean 2024 test to multiple advisories and failures in 2025 and 2026 suggests a worsening trend in the upkeep of wear-and-tear components. The mileage accumulation is high, averaging approximately 15,500 miles per year over the nine-year lifespan of the vehicle. The data shows significant annual usage, particularly between November 2020 and November 2021, where the mileage jumped from 75,892 to 96,644. This high-frequency usage explains the frequent requirement for replacement consumables. The records show a consistent pattern of heavy use, with the vehicle covering over 8,000 miles in the single year between the March 2025 and March 2026 tests. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the suspension and braking systems. The MOT history shows recurring issues with brake components, specifically thin pads and pitted discs noted in 2020 and 2021. The recent failure of the anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover indicates that suspension components are beginning to reach the end of their service life due to high mileage. Given the recent report of perished rear tyres, the condition of all remaining rubber components and the presence of sidewall cracking should be verified. The recent trend of tyre-related failures, including the 2025 advisory for worn edges and the 2026 failure for perished rubber, suggests that the previous owner may have been reactive rather than proactive with tyre maintenance. Any inspection should include a thorough check of the underside for signs of bushing wear or fluid leaks, as the high mileage and recent suspension component failure increase the likelihood of further mechanical degradation in the steering and suspension assemblies.