2012 Mercedes-Benz A160 1.5L Petrol · NN02 ASH

The vehicle is currently in a state of mechanical concern following a significant failure in February 2025. While the car maintained a clean record between 2022 and 2023, the most recent test indicates a sharp decline in maintenance standards. The failure at 119,275 miles revealed multiple critical issues, including an inoperative engine management warning light and exhaust emissions exceeding legal limits. This suggests a reactive rather than proactive ownership approach where faults are only addressed after failing a formal test. At 119,275 miles over 14 years, the vehicle averages approximately 8,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for its age. However, the data shows a period of high activity between June 2023 and February 2025, where the car covered roughly 15,000 miles in under twenty months. This recent surge in mileage likely correlates with the accelerated wear noted in the 2025 failure report, such as the distorted nearside front wheel, worn front brake discs, and failing offside tyre. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension and steering assembly, as the nearside front road wheel was badly distorted during the last test. Such damage often results in bent control arms or damaged wheel hubs. The inoperative engine management light and high lambda sensor readings require a professional diagnostic scan to identify potential sensor failures or catalytic converter degradation that have been left unaddressed. Additionally, the recurring issue with ineffective windscreen wipers across 2022 and 2025 indicates that basic consumable maintenance is frequently neglected by the previous owner.