2020 Mercedes-Benz A 1.3L Petrol · OV20 ACU

The vehicle is in an excellent state of roadworthiness with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 17 December 2025 at 30,215 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. While the record shows a failure on the same date, the lack of listed defects suggests a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical failure. Mileage remains low for a six year old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,036 miles per year. The accumulation has been steady and predictable, moving from 16,102 miles in March 2023 to 19,654 miles by January 2024, and reaching 30,215 miles by December 2025. This consistent usage pattern suggests the car has not suffered from prolonged periods of standing, which often leads to perished seals or battery degradation. The MOT history is exceptionally clean, showing no advisories or failures related to suspension bushes, brake discs, or structural corrosion across all tests since March 2023. The absence of recurring faults indicates a high standard of previous ownership and a lack of neglected consumables. A physical inspection should focus on items the MOT does not comprehensively test. Check the condition of the tyre sidewalls for cracking due to the low annual mileage and verify the service history to ensure the oil change intervals were met regardless of the low distance covered. Inspect the brake pads for surface oxidation, though the clean test record suggests no binding calipers or significant wear.