2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · DS66 ABU

The vehicle presents a stable but aging maintenance profile, with the most recent MOT on 7 November 2025 at 100,057 miles confirming it remains roadworthy despite recurring advisories. A clear trend has emerged over the last three years where the tester has consistently flagged pitted or scored brake discs on both the front and rear axles. While these advisories indicate the discs are not yet structurally weakened, the repetition suggests a pattern of deferred maintenance regarding the braking system's surface condition. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a typical ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression from 44,864 miles in October 2019 to the current 100,057 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage or periods of long-term inactivity evident in the data. The vehicle has transitioned from a period of clean MOT results between 2019 and 2021 to a more frequent requirement for consumable replacements as the mileage climbed above 70,000. A prospective buyer should focus heavily on the braking system during a physical inspection. Because the discs have been flagged as pitted or scored in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025, the pads and calipers should be checked for uneven wear or binding. The 2022 test also noted thin front brake pads and a front tyre worn close to the legal limit, indicating that while the vehicle passes, the owner often operates it right up to the threshold of required maintenance. Beyond the brakes, the lack of recorded defects regarding suspension bushes, coil springs, or structural corrosion is a positive sign for a vehicle of this age and mileage. However, given the recurring brake advisories, checking the quality of the recent replacement parts is advisable to ensure the pitting is not a result of moisture-induced corrosion from long periods of standing or poor-quality components.