2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · LM67 KVC

Across seven recorded MOT tests spanning 2020 through 2026, this 2017 A-Class has accumulated a clean roadworthiness record free of any failures or refusals. Six tests passed without a single advisory, and the only test to note any concerns was the 2023 examination, which logged four advisories. The most recent test on 17 August 2026 was passed with no defects recorded, and the 2025 test was similarly clean, indicating that the minor issues flagged in 2023 have either been addressed or have not progressed to test-worthy conditions. The overall trend is one of stable compliance with roadworthiness standards, though the single test in 2023 does provide a useful baseline of components that a buyer should now physically inspect given the intervening mileage. With 103,081 miles recorded over approximately nine years, the vehicle has averaged around 11,450 miles per year, which is broadly consistent with typical private and commuter usage for a car of this age. There are no extended gaps between tests suggesting long periods off the road, and the regular annual testing pattern indicates consistent use. Mechanically, this level of mileage on a 2017 A-Class places the drivetrain, suspension, and braking components well into mid-life wear territory, where original factory consumables such as engine and gearbox mounts, suspension bushes, and flexible brake hoses are approaching or have exceeded their typical service intervals even though the MOT records do not flag them specifically. The 2023 advisories are particularly relevant to any prospective inspection because they identify components that were already showing wear at that point and will have covered substantial additional mileage since. The offside rear tyre was noted as slightly damaged or perishing, and given the age of the vehicle, cracking and sidewall deterioration should be expected on any tyres older than five or six years regardless of tread depth. The offside front road wheel being slightly distorted warrants a close look at both front wheels for kerbing damage, balance issues, or vibration through the steering at speed, and a check of the wheel for cracks or buckling is worthwhile. The front and rear brake discs were both flagged as worn but not excessively in 2023, and at typical annual mileage these will now be approaching or past the point where replacement is due, so a physical check of disc thickness, lipping, and pad material is essential. On a test drive, particular attention should be paid to the suspension and steering, as no component-specific advisories were raised in this area but the mileage and age make it a likely area of future intervention. Listen for clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar drop links, control arm bushes, or top mount bearings common to this chassis. Check for any pulling to one side under braking, which combined with the previously noted disc wear could point to a binding caliper or a warped disc requiring replacement. Inspect the underside thoroughly for any corrosion on the subframe, brake lines, and suspension arms, as Mercedes vehicles of this era can be susceptible to surface corrosion in these areas. Finally, verify the condition of all four tyres including their age stamps, confirm there is no steering play or vibration, and ensure the brake pedal feels firm without any sponginess that might indicate deteriorating flexible hoses now nine years into the vehicle's service life.