2010 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.7L Petrol · KM60 ABF

The roadworthiness of this Mercedes-Benz A-Class shows a pattern of recurring failures followed by successful repairs. In the most recent test on 6 February 2025 at 117,418 miles, the vehicle failed to pass, necessitating immediate remedial work to secure a certificate later that same day. This mirrors a previous failure in January 2024 at 109,657 miles. The frequency of these annual failures suggests that while the vehicle is maintained to legal standards, there are specific mechanical or safety components that consistently fall outside of tolerance levels just before inspections. The vehicle has covered 117,418 miles over its 16-year lifespan, averaging approximately 7,339 miles per year. This is below the UK national average for a car of this age, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and suspension elements despite lower mechanical wear. Between February 2023 and January 2024, the car covered 6,076 miles, showing consistent but light usage patterns. However, the repeated failures in 2024 and 2025 indicate that the low mileage has not prevented issues with items like the braking system or structural integrity, which require close monitoring. A buyer should focus their inspection on the areas that caused the failures in early 2024 and 2025. Given that the car consistently fails and then passes immediately, it is likely that the owner is reactive rather than proactive with preventative maintenance. A thorough check of the chassis for corrosion and the condition of the suspension bushes and brake calipers is essential, as these are common points of failure for this model at this age and mileage.