2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.3L Petrol · GD18 AEJ

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with a passing MOT record for the last six consecutive years. The most recent test on 21 May 2026 at 36,304 miles indicates the car remains roadworthy, though the tester flagged an offside front tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge. This follows a similar advisory in the 12 June 2024 test at 28,354 miles regarding a nearside rear tyre. These recurring tyre advisories suggest uneven tread wear, which often points to alignment issues or suspension component wear rather than simple mileage-based degradation. The mileage accumulation is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,538 miles per year. The data shows consistent, incremental usage, moving from 14,099 miles in June 2021 to 36,304 miles in May 2026. This pattern suggests the car has seen light, regular use rather than long periods of sitting idle, which helps mitigate risks like seized brake calipers or perished rubber seals. The absence of major mechanical failures or structural corrosion advisories across the entire history supports the impression of a well-kept, low-use vehicle. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the wheel alignment and suspension geometry. Because the MOT history repeatedly flags tyres worn on the edges, specifically in 2024 and 2026, checking the condition of the control arm bushes, shock absorbers, and tie rod ends is essential to rule out underlying steering inaccuracies. While the 2022 test noted minor consumable defects like wiper blades and a nail in a tyre, these were isolated incidents. The primary concern remains ensuring the tyre wear is not a symptom of more costly suspension or steering component degradation.