2005 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.7L Diesel · KY55 SPX

The vehicle currently holds a valid roadworthiness status following a successful test on April 18, 2024, 130,719 miles. While the most recent result is clean, the maintenance trend shows a period of instability leading up to that pass. Two consecutive failures within a single week in April 2024 indicate that specific mechanical or safety defects were present but only rectified immediately before the deadline. This suggests a reactive approach to maintenance where the owner addressed MOT failures rather than following a preventative service schedule. At 21 years of age, this Mercedes-Benz A-Class has averaged approximately 6,225 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-usage patterns for an older city car. The data shows a significant gap in mileage between the January 2023 and April 2024 tests, during which the car covered only 1,026 miles. Such low-intensity use over long periods of standing often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and fluid contamination, which may not be reflected in the mileage figure alone. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically focusing on the rear arches and sills, where this model is prone to significant corrosion. Given the recent failures in 2024, the inspector should verify the quality of any repairs to the suspension bushes or brake components that caused those declines. The low annual mileage also necessitates a check for perished sidewalls on tyres and leaking hoses, as these parts age regardless of the distance driven.