2015 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Petrol · DF64 XRX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than preventative upkeep. The most recent test in October 2025 at 114,767 miles passed, yet the tester flagged severely deteriorated front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust covers on both sides. This follows a clean result in 2024, indicating that while the vehicle was structurally sound recently, suspension components are now beginning to reach the end of their functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,400 miles per year. The data shows steady accumulation, with roughly 17,000 miles driven between November 2021 and November 2022, and another 17,400 miles between late 2023 and late 2024. This regularity suggests the car has been used consistently rather than left sitting for long periods, which generally helps preserve seals and rubber components but contributes to the mechanical wear seen in the suspension history. A physical inspection should focus heavily on the front suspension assembly, as the deterioration of the anti-roll bar linkages suggests potential wear in other bushes and ball joints. The 2023 record noted thin front brake pads and tyres reaching the legal limit of 2mm and 3mm, so the buyer must verify if these consumables were actually replaced or if they are nearing failure again. Given the deteriorated front registration plate noted in 2025, a quick check of plate legibility is necessary to ensure compliance with visibility standards.