2015 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · LS65 YDK

The 2015 Mercedes-Benz A-Class passed its most recent MOT on 12 March 2026 at 73,072 miles, but three advisories signal a shift from its previously clean record. The tester flagged worn and pitted front brake discs, nearside front and offside rear tyres worn to the legal limit, and corrosion on the offside rear coil spring. This is a notable deterioration compared with the four consecutive clean tests between 2022 and 2024, suggesting that routine wear items and a structural component are now requiring attention. The maintenance trend is worsening, though the defects remain within advisory territory and the vehicle remains roadworthy. The mileage accumulation is broadly typical for an eleven-year-old car, averaging roughly 6,600 miles per year. The intervals between tests show a steady progression from 56,133 miles in February 2022 to 73,072 miles in March 2026, with no unusual gaps or sudden jumps in recorded distance. The annual test pattern is consistent, and the mileage profile does not suggest prolonged standing or abnormally light use. The recurring theme across the last two tests is suspension and braking wear. Both rear trailing arm bushes were flagged as worn in March 2025 at 69,751 miles, and the most recent test identified corrosion on the offside rear coil spring. A buyer should inspect the rear suspension closely, checking for play in the trailing arm bushes and assessing the extent of the coil spring corrosion, as advanced spring corrosion can compromise structural integrity and ride height. The front brake discs were noted as worn and pitted rather than simply thin, which often indicates uneven wear from a sticking caliper or prolonged use with worn pads. A physical inspection should verify disc thickness, pad condition, and caliper operation. Both rear tyres also showed cracking and perishing in 2025, and the 2026 test found two tyres worn to the legal limit, indicating that rubber degradation and tread wear have been recurring issues. A buyer should check the age and condition of all four tyres, including the spare if fitted, and budget for replacement if the date codes are older than five years.