2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · N6 OLA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a maintenance trend that appears stable following a period of intervention. The most recent test in September 2025 at 58,554 miles passed without any recorded defects, although the tester noted a nearside rear child seat obstructed the inspection of the adult seat belt. This follows a successful pass in 2024 at 53,840 miles, indicating that the owner has addressed previous mechanical issues identified in earlier tests. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,855 miles per year. Between September 2022 and September 2024, the car covered 9,447 miles, while the most recent interval saw an increase of only 4,714 miles. This low usage generally suggests less wear on the engine and drivetrain components, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to perished rubber-based components or seized braking hardware which are not always captured by mileage alone. The history highlights specific areas where the suspension has required attention. In September 2023 at 49,286 miles, the vehicle failed due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring, and the following year the tester flagged a slight play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. A buyer should perform a thorough physical inspection of the entire front and rear suspension to ensure the ball joint has been replaced and that no other bushings or springs have developed play. Given the low annual mileage, the inspector should also check for brake caliper corrosion and rusted discs, as these components often suffer on vehicles that are driven infrequently.