2010 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Petrol · KW59 CVC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent maintenance record over the last four years. Although the most recent test on 29 May 2025 at 134,102 miles initially resulted in a failure, the vehicle passed immediately thereafter with no further defects recorded. This suggests a minor issue that was rectified quickly rather than a chronic mechanical failure. Since 2022, the car has maintained clean passes without recurring advisories. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage patterns for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per annum. Between June 2022 at 100,507 miles and May 2025 at 134,102 miles, the vehicle covered roughly 34,000 miles, showing a steady rate of about 11,000 miles per year. This regularity indicates the car has been used regularly, which is generally better for seals, gaskets, and brake components than the dry-rot often associated with long periods of inactivity. Given the lack of recorded advisories in the history, a physical inspection should focus on the common wear points for the A-Class generation that MOT tests sometimes overlook. A buyer should check the structural integrity of the rear wheel arches and sills for corrosion, as these models are prone to hidden rust. The condition of the suspension bushes and control arms also warrants scrutiny, as the mileage puts these components near the end of their typical service life despite the clean digital record.