2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · PF63 OFD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 8 December 2025 at 147,574 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the owner has consistently addressed issues immediately following test failures. While the car recorded failures in November 2023 and November 2025, the subsequent passes within days indicate that the mechanical or safety defects were rectified quickly to meet legal road standards, rather than allowing faults to persist across multiple seasons. The mileage profile reflects high usage for a twelve-year-old A-Class, averaging approximately 12,300 miles per year. The data shows a significant burst of activity between November 2023 and November 2024, where the vehicle covered 8,248 miles in just twelve months. More recently, the car clocked 6,184 miles between the November 2024 and December 2025 tests, suggesting continued heavy long-distance use. This consistent high mileage places considerable strain on drivetrain components, suspension bushings, and braking systems, which typically degrade faster than on the average vehicle. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension geometry and mounting points, as high-mileage Mercedes models often exhibit wear in control arms and shock absorbers. Given the history of failures followed by immediate passes, a check for binding brake calipers and disc thickness is necessary to ensure the previous repairs remain effective. While the MOT record does not list persistent structural corrosion, the age and mileage of the vehicle necessitate a thorough underbody check for rust around the mounting points to ensure structural integrity has not been compromised by heavy use.