2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · PF16 UGS

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean MOT pass in January 2025 at 66,138 miles. This recent result indicates an improving maintenance trend, as the mechanical and safety issues identified in previous years have been addressed. While the 2024 test revealed several defects, the subsequent lack of advisories suggests the owner has performed the necessary repairs to maintain operational standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per annum. There is a notable gap in the records between August 2020 and May 2022, where the car covered only 5,524 miles over nearly two years. Since that period, the usage has remained steady, with roughly 4,000 miles recorded annually. This low-frequency usage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain components, though it can sometimes lead to rubber-based components degrading over time. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension, as the May 2024 test flagged play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint and the overall wishbone ball joint. Although these were cleared in the 2025 test, suspension components on this Mercedes model are prone to wear. The buyer should also check the current tyres for even sidewall cracking, as the 2024 record highlighted deep cracking and perishing on the rear tyres, which suggests the rubber may be reaching its age limit despite the low mileage.