2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · G6 MEA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent inspection in March 2026 at 80,104 miles. The maintenance history shows a trend of reactive repairs regarding suspension components rather than proactive upkeep. While the April 2025 test was clean, the immediate failure in March 2025 for a fractured nearside rear coil spring indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they reach a failure point rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. Between June 2023 and June 2024, the car covered 7,741 miles, showing a steady usage rate. A larger gap of 8,942 miles between June 2024 and March 2026 reflects a slight increase in annual mileage. This relatively low overall mileage suggests the drivetrain has not been under excessive stress, though it increases the likelihood of age-related perishation in rubber components. A buyer should conduct a close physical inspection of the entire suspension assembly, given the history of failures involving the anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover in 2024 and the fractured coil spring in 2025. The tester should check for further degradation of rubber bushes and boots which often fail alongside the types previously flagged. The March 2026 advisory for cracking or perishing on both rear tyres suggests the rubber compound is failing due to age rather than tread depth, necessitating immediate replacement to ensure structural integrity of the sidewalls.