2011 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Petrol · LL61 NGG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in January 2026 at 100,883 miles resulted in a failure due to a non-functional horn, an insecure headlamp, and both front tyres reaching legal wear limits. While the car passed the immediate retest, the failure on basic equipment items suggests that pre-test inspections were likely neglected prior to the annual testing deadline. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. There was a significant gap of 12,433 miles between January 2024 and January 2025, followed by another 16,000 miles covered in the year leading up to the January 2026 test. This indicates steady usage, though the low annual mileage relative to the age of the car increases the likelihood of age-related degradation in rubber components and metalwork regardless of the distance driven. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system due to recurring corrosion issues on the rear brake pipes. The tester flagged corrosion on the rear brake pipe in 2023, 2024, and 2025, with all three rear pipes noted as corroded and covered in grease by 2025. The presence of grease on these lines often indicates an attempt to hide surface rust, necessitating a thorough physical inspection to ensure the pipes are not structurally compromised or at risk of sudden failure under pressure. The uneven wear noted on both front tyres in the January 2026 test suggests potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes, which should be verified during a test drive. Because the headlamp was insecure, the buyer should check the integrity of the headlamp mounting brackets to ensure they are not perished plastic. Given the history of brake pipe corrosion, a comprehensive check of the chassis for further structural rust is essential to confirm the long-term viability of the vehicle.