2006 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Diesel · CP56 RWJ

The vehicle is currently not in a verifiable roadworthy state as the most recent MOT entry dates back to October 2021. The maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care, with the last recorded test at 128,367 miles flagging underside corrosion and uneven tyre wear. This suggests the vehicle has likely been stationary for nearly five years, which often exacerbates existing corrosion and leads to perished rubber components. The mileage is typical for a twenty year old vehicle, averaging roughly 6,418 miles per year. However, the record shows a significant stagnation in use. Between April 2019 at 111,174 miles and October 2021 at 128,367 miles, the car covered approximately 17,000 miles over two years. Since that final 2021 test, there is a complete absence of recorded mileage or testing, indicating a long period of dormancy. A physical inspection must prioritise the structural integrity of the chassis. The tester noted underside corrosion in October 2021, and previous entries from 2013 and 2017 flagged corrosion on the anti-roll bar and shock absorber casings. Given the age and the recent gap in testing, structural rust is a primary risk. The suspension requires a thorough check as the vehicle has a history of fractured coil springs, with failures recorded in April 2018 and October 2020. The braking system shows a recurring trend of neglect. The vehicle failed in April 2019 due to contaminated brake fluid and seriously weakened rear brake discs, following a 2018 failure for worn pads. The pattern of failing on four tyres simultaneously in 2019 and again on tyre edges in 2021 suggests the previous owner ignored basic consumables until the point of MOT failure. Any buyer should verify the current state of the brake discs and tyre sidewalls for cracking caused by long-term standing.