2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA 1.6L Petrol · EO20 FWR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a passing MOT test on 1 June 2026 at 41,636 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards worsening wear on consumable components. While the car held a perfectly clean record in 2023, the last three annual tests have identified recurring defects related to tyres and braking hardware, suggesting a reactive approach to preventative maintenance where parts are only addressed once they approach failure thresholds. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per annum. There was a gap of 9,088 miles between the May 2023 and 2024 tests, followed by roughly 6,180 miles between May 2024 and June 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle is not subjected to extreme motorway stress, but the low annual mileage likely contributes to the accelerated perishing of rubber components and pitting of metal surfaces rather than mechanical wear from distance. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the condition of the braking system and rubberwork. The June 2026 test flagged both front and rear brake discs as worn, pitted, and scored, a condition that followed similar tyre issues in 2025. Furthermore, the recurring reports of heavily cracked and perished tyres on the rear axle across 2025 and 2026 indicate that the vehicle may sit for long periods, causing the rubber to degrade despite low mileage. Verify that the current tyres have been replaced and check for sidewall cracking, and ensure the brake discs have been replaced to resolve the deep corrosion and pitting noted by the tester.