2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · GP14 NEJ

The vehicle is currently in a roadworthy condition, having passed its most recent MOT in February 2026 at 85,890 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory following a failure in April 2025. While earlier tests highlighted specific mechanical and consumable issues, the clean sheet from the last two inspections suggests that the current owner has addressed identified faults and maintained the vehicle to passing standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typically used twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,158 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of miles between tests, such as the 6,725 miles recorded between April 2024 and 2025, and another 2,901 miles between the April 2025 and the February 2026 tests. This regularity suggests consistent use, which often helps prevent the seal degradation and brake corrosion typically associated with long periods of inactivity in older Mercedes models. A buyer should still pay close attention to the front suspension components during a physical inspection. The 2025 failure regarding the anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers indicates that these rubber components are prone to premature wear on this chassis. You must verify that there is no excessive play in the ball joints or perished bushings. Additionally, the 2023 advisory regarding corrosion on the offside front and rear brake pipes requires a visual check of the lines to ensure the rust has not progressed into a structural weakness since it was last noted. Tyre condition and alignment also merit a closer look, given the previous 2024 advisory for a worn nearside front tyre and the 2025 failure for a nail in the offside rear. While these are standard consumable issues, the buyer should check for uneven wear patterns to ensure the geometry is not misaligned. If the current tyres show even wear and the brake lines remain free of significant scaling, the history reflects a vehicle that has been responded to when necessary.