2017 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Petrol · UV17 LAD

The vehicle presents a high standard of roadworthiness evidenced by a consistent history of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 8 April 2026 at 81,300 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This reflects a stable maintenance trend over the last five years, suggesting that the previous owners maintained the vehicle to a standard that prevented common mechanical or structural failures from appearing during DVSA testing. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per annum. Between September 2022 at 58,506 miles and April 2026 at 81,300 miles, the car covered over 23,000 miles, indicating regular use rather than long periods. The 7,180 miles recorded between the June 2024 and April 2025 tests shows a steady pattern of operation which typically mitigates the risk of dry seal degradation or fluid corrosion associated with periods of inactivity. Because the MOT record shows no recurring advisories for suspension bushes, brake components, or exhaust corrosion, a physical inspection should focus on verifying the current state of consumable items. A buyer should check the remaining life of brake pads and tyre tread depth, as these are not monitored until they reach legal limits. Given the clean history, the primary focus should be on for any signs of minor wear on the control arms or ball joints that may have developed since the April test.