2021 Mercedes-Benz A 180 Sport Executve Edition A 1.3L Petrol · MT71 ULS

The vehicle presents a stable and largely reassuring roadworthiness profile as of its most recent MOT on 5 December 2025, when it passed at 15,399 miles. The maintenance trend is essentially flat, with no serious mechanical or structural failures recorded. The only defects noted were minor tyre wear and a slightly damaged sidewall on the nearside front, alongside a child seat obstructing the rear belt inspection. These are consumable, surface-level issues rather than indicators of systemic neglect. The 2024 test at 9,920 miles was entirely clean, suggesting the car has been lightly used and consistently maintained without recurring faults. Mileage accumulation is notably low. Between the December 2024 test and the December 2025 test, the car added just 5,479 miles, which is broadly consistent with the overall average of roughly 3,080 miles per year across its five-year life. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the record. The sparse but clean history points to short, regular journeys rather than prolonged standing, which is positive for mechanical components but worth verifying in person for any fuel or moisture-related issues common with infrequent use. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front tyres, given the recurring advisory on the nearside front outer edge and sidewall damage. Check the nearside front wheel for kerbing or alignment issues that could be causing uneven wear. The rear child seat belt obstruction means the full condition of the adult belt was not verified in the last test, so manually inspect the webbing, retraction, and buckle function. With such low mileage, suspension bushes, brake discs, and exhaust components may show less wear than typical for the age, but corrosion and rubber deterioration can still occur regardless of use. A brief road test will confirm whether the brakes bind or pull, given the absence of recent braking system advisories but the likelihood of light, stop-start driving.