2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · LR14 OEO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in May 2024 at 103,692 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The failure in early May 2024 occurred just nine miles after the previous recorded mileage, due to a non-functional side repeater and two rear tyres with exposed ply and cords. While these issues were rectified to secure the subsequent pass, the recurring nature of tyre defects suggests the owner only monitors consumable components until they reach failure points. At 103,692 miles, the car has averaged approximately 8,640 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage patterns for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The mileage progression is consistent, with a roughly 8,000-mile gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests, and another 8,000 miles between 2023 and 2024. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat for long periods, though the high mileage places significant expected wear on rubber components, suspension,, and drivetrain. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension alignment, as the 2022 test noted inner front tyres worn close to the legal limit, which often indicates incorrect camber or worn control arm bushes. The oil leak noted in 2021 at the rear of the engine should be visually inspected again to ensure it has not worsened over time or affected the exhaust manifold. Given the history of tyre sidewall damage and perishing, the current set of tyres must be checked for age-related cracking to ensure they are not nearing another structural failure.