2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · RO03 YYY

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in basic consumable upkeep. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 31,125 miles passed, it introduced multiple advisories regarding tyre condition. Specifically, the nearside rear tyre showed signs ofishing while the offside front tyre was worn to the legal limit with edge wear. This indicates a shift from the perfectly clean records seen in previous years. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,900 miles per year. Between 2021 and 2023, the car covered only 8,176 miles, resulting in tests with no recorded defects. However, usage increased significantly between September 2024 and September 2025, where the odometer clocked 6,461 miles in a single year. Despite this spike, the low annual average suggests long periods of stationary use, which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components rather than traditional mechanical wear. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of all four tyres, as the history suggests a pattern of neglecting replacement until they reach failure limits. The perishing noted on the nearside rear tyre is a classic symptom of age-related dry rot caused by the vehicle sitting for long periods. You should also examine the suspension alignment given the uneven edge wear reported on the offside front tyre. Since the record shows no structural corrosion or brake binding issues to date, the primary focus remains on ensuring that the low-mileage components have been exercised regularly to prevent brake spots or caliper seizing.