2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA 1.6L Petrol · FT68 BNK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile following its most recent MOT pass on 22 August 2025 at 48,119 miles, which recorded no defects. This follows a period of recurring tyre-related advisories that appear to have been addressed. The maintenance trend shows an improvement from previous years where consumable wear was a consistent issue, moving from multiple tyre defects in 2023 and 2024 to a clean certificate in the latest inspection. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a low-to-average usage pattern for an eight-year-old vehicle. The car has covered 48,119 miles, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The record shows steady progression, with 23,536 miles recorded in July 2022 and 31,427 miles in August 2023. The jump to 41,347 miles by August 2024 and finally 48,119 miles in August 2025 indicates regular, predictable driving rather than long periods of inactivity or sudden high-mileage bursts. A prospective buyer should focus on the condition of the tyres and wheel alignment. The MOT history shows a persistent pattern of tyre issues, specifically cracking, perishing, and uneven inner-edge wear noted in 2021, 2023, and 2024. While the 2025 test was clear, the recurring inner-edge wear suggests previous instances of incorrect camber or suspension geometry. A physical inspection of the current tyre tread patterns and a check of the suspension bushes and coil springs is advisable to ensure no underlying alignment issues remain. The 2021 failure involving a windscreen wiper and headlight adjustment indicates minor maintenance oversights, but these do not suggest systemic mechanical neglect. Given the clean 2025 result, the vehicle appears well-maintained in its recent history. Focus should remain on verifying that the recent tyre replacements were of high quality and that the vehicle does not exhibit any signs of the perishing noted in earlier years.