2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 1.6L Petrol · KT68 LPE

The vehicle currently presents a questionable roadworthiness status following a failure in its most recent test in August 2025. While the previous three years showed a clean record, the latest inspection at 52,308 miles indicates a recent lapse in preventative maintenance. The tester flagged both rear brake pads as being below the legal 1.5mm thickness threshold, suggesting that the owner neglected to service the braking components until they reached a critical failure point. The mileage pattern remains consistent with low-intensity usage, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year over the eight-year period. Between February 2022 at 27,513 miles and April 2024 at 39,856 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 12,000 miles. However, the jump of 12,452 miles recorded between April 2024 and August 2025 shows a significant recent increase in usage which likely correlates with the accelerated wear observed on the braking system in the final test. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the braking system. The August 2025 failure noted that the front discs were worn, and the rear pads had completely perished, necessitating a full replacement of these components and a check for caliper sticking or damage caused by metal-on-metal contact. Given the recent failure, the suspension should also be inspected for signs of uneven wear or perished bushes, as the record suggests that routine maintenance has only been addressed when prompted by an MOT failure.