2013 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.8L Diesel · FR13 YBF

The vehicle presents a mixed maintenance profile with a recent trend of failing on consumable items before achieving a clean pass. The most recent MOT on 30 June 2025 at 151,241 miles shows no defects, but this followed a failure just one mile earlier for a non-functional nearside side repeater and both front tyres being below the legal 1.6mm tread depth. This pattern suggests the vehicle is being maintained on a reactive basis rather than through proactive servicing. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 11,600 miles per year. The records show steady usage, moving from 62,242 miles in May 2019 to 151,241 miles in June 2025. There are no significant periods of long-term inactivity indicated by the data, though the frequency of failures for tyres and brake pads suggests the previous owners tended to run components close to their legal or functional limits. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and braking systems during a physical inspection. The July 2024 test at 133,690 miles flagged a fractured offside rear coil spring alongside several tyre defects, indicating that suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. The February 2021 record also noted all four brake pads were wearing thin, which, combined with the recurring tyre issues, points to a history of deferred maintenance on wear-and-tear items. While the most recent certificate is clear, the history of headlight aim issues and tyre damage suggests a need to verify the current condition of the lighting alignment and the quality of the rubber currently fitted. Inspect the underside for any signs of corrosion or further suspension wear, as the previous failure of a coil spring indicates that the chassis and mounting points have been subjected to standard mechanical fatigue.