2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · SK03 ASH

The 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class shows a stable roadworthiness status based on official records. The latest DVSA examination on 16 May 2025 at 66,157 miles delivered a pass with no defects or advisories. With the current date being 14 July 2026, that certificate has now expired, requiring a fresh test before road use. Over the five consecutive annual tests from May 2021 to May 2025, the car cleared every assessment without failure, marking a consistent and uneventful maintenance trend. Mileage progression matches expectation for a ten-year-old vehicle. The record opens at 31,930 miles on 7 May 2021, rises to 39,397 miles by 6 May 2022, 48,869 miles on 19 May 2023, 58,042 miles on 3 May 2024, and closes at 66,157 miles in May 2025. Yearly averages sit near 6,600 miles, revealing steady private use with no sudden jumps or dormant gaps. The clean sequence suggests disciplined scheduling rather than deferred mileage. Owners evidently addressed consumables before each test, as no tyre, wiper, or emission faults appear. A purchaser should still inspect typical wear points that a pass does not detail. Check front suspension bushes and rear coil springs for micro-cracking, scrutinise brake discs and calipers for lip wear or binding, and probe sills and subframe for corrosion. Confirm service history for timing chain and coolant intervals. The absent MOT flags lower risk, yet a pre-purchase workshop inspection remains warranted given the lapsed test.