2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · GV67 FSG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, passing its most recent inspection in December 2025 at 63,975 miles. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of neglect in late 2023. While the 2023 test revealed multiple mechanical failures, subsequent tests indicate that the critical issues regarding the suspension and braking were rectified, suggesting that the previous owner addressed the primary safety defects once they were flagged. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical low-to-moderate usage, averaging approximately 7,100 miles per year. Between the December 2023 test at 50,108 miles and the December 2024 test at 56,285 miles, the car covered 6,177 miles. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which generally benefits the drivetrain, though the age of the vehicle means rubber components may still degrade despite the relatively mileage. A buyer should perform a close physical inspection of the rear suspension, as a fractured offside rear coil spring was recorded in December 2023. Although this was replaced, the opposite side should be checked for signs of corrosion or fatigue. The tester also noted thin front brake pads in that same 2023 test, so the current thickness of the friction material must be verified to ensure they are not nearing another failure. Attention is also required regarding the undertrays which restricted component inspection during both the 2024 and 2025 tests. These guards prevented the tester from gaining a clear view of the structural integrity, fuel lines, or exhaust system. A physical inspection should ideally remove these trims to ensure no hidden corrosion or fluid leaks exist that remained undetected during the standard MOT process.