2009 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · LC59 CDU

A consistent record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with a history of clean passes over the last eight years and a most recent clean pass on 20 November 2025. The overall trend is stable, as the vehicle has avoided major failures or recurring structural defects throughout its recorded testing history, maintaining a high level of compliance with DVSA safety standards. The recorded mileage of 39,905 miles is low for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 2,347 miles per year over seventeen years. This usage pattern indicates the car has spent significant periods of its life in light use or stationary. Mechanically, such low mileage typically results in reduced wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can often lead to the degradation of rubber seals or the seizing of components that are not regularly exercised. Attention should be directed toward the braking system, which is the only area of the vehicle to have generated advisories. Specifically, a 2019 record noted a damaged handbrake cable and a 2022 entry flagged imbalanced front brakes that only just met requirements. While these were not recorded as failures in subsequent tests, the history of imbalance suggests a need for a thorough check of the calipers and pads. During a test drive, the buyer should monitor for any steering pull to one side during moderate braking, which would indicate lingering imbalance in the front braking force. The handbrake should be tested for firm engagement and a high hold point to ensure the previously damaged cable is functioning correctly. Any unusual judder through the brake pedal or a spongy feel should be noted as potential indicators of hydraulic or mechanical inefficiency.