2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA 1.6L Petrol · KK17 ULC

The most recent MOT on 2025-08-05 recorded a pass , but noted a slight damage/cracking on the nearside rear outer tyre’s sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)). This mirrors a similar issue from the prior MOT on 2025-08-04, which resulted in a fail due to a bulge in the nearside front inner tyre (structural separation) and thin nearside rear outer brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii)). The tyre damage appears to be recurring, though the exact cause remains unspecified. Recurring mechanical issues focus on tyre and brake pad wear . The nearside rear outer tyre has shown consistent sidewall damage across two MOTs, while brake pads on the same side have been flagged as thin since 2023. The 2024 MOT noted brake discs worn but not excessively , with pads at 4–5mm, suggesting gradual degradation. These patterns indicate potential neglect in tyre maintenance or alignment issues , as well as brake system wear that has not been fully addressed . The trend shows worsening conditions . A failed MOT in 2025-08-04 highlights structural tyre failure (bulge) and brake pad thinning, followed by a pass in the next MOT with the same tyre issue unresolved. Brake pad wear has persisted for at least two years, implying ongoing maintenance gaps .