2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA 35 Premium 4MATIC Auto 2.0L Petrol · CK20 FSG

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness trend characterized by reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the car passed its most recent MOT in May 2025 at 66,154 miles, the record reveals a history of failures that suggest the owner only addressed faults when forced by testing. The presence of thin brake pads, an exhaust backbox leak, and failing tyres indicates that components were allowed to reach the end of their functional life without being replaced during routine service intervals. The mileage progression of 66,154 miles over six years aligns with average UK annual usage, averaging approximately 11,000 miles per year. A significant gap of 20,726 miles occurred between the May 2024 test at 45,428 miles and the May 2025 test at 66,154 miles. This high rate of accumulation within a single year explains the accelerated wear observed on consumables, specifically the brake system and tyres which were flagged during the 2025 inspection. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the vehicle's geometry and braking system. The 2025 record flagged the nearside front and rear tyres for being worn to the legal limit and showing uneven inner wear, which strongly points to an alignment issue or worn suspension bushes. The reported exhaust leak at the backbox should be verified to ensure it was actually repaired and not merely masked. Given that brake pads were noted as thin during the last test, the discs should be checked for scoring or glazing, as running pads to the metal often damages the rotor surface.