2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · GE57 MAR

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in December 2025 at 59,707 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a momentary failure just one day prior to that test. The tester flagged a failure at 59,685 miles due to a structural bulge in the offside front tyre, which was immediately rectified to achieve the pass. This suggests the owner is responsive to urgent safety defects once they are identified. At ten years old, the recorded mileage of 59,707 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 6,000 miles. This low usage pattern is consistent across the records, showing for example only 5,915 miles were driven between July 2023 and September 2024. While low mileage generally indicates less wear on major mechanical components like the drivetrain and suspension, the long intervals can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components or the drying of fluids if the car sits for long periods between uses. A physical inspection should focus on the mechanical areas previously noted during the June 2022 test at 43,586 miles. That record identified a non-excessive oil leak and thinning rear brake pads alongside worn discs on all wheels. A buyer must verify that the oil leak has not worsened over time and confirm that the brake system has been serviced since that inspection. Given the low mileage, the inspector should also check for dry cracking on tyres and perished suspension bushes, as these components often fail based on age rather than distance traveled.