Buying Mercedes A45 Used 2017, 38k

[MercedesA45AMG]

Need some advice.

Haven't got the car yet but slightly worried about this on the MOT

Failed MOT on this ----->

• Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Its now been 'fixed' but is this a major issue to be worried about?

Thanks in advance!

 

[MissChief]

Need some advice.

Haven't got the car yet but slightly worried about this on the MOT

Failed MOT on this ----->

• Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Its now been 'fixed' but is this a major issue to be worried about?

Thanks in advance!

Probably just kerb damage and the tyre was replaced. I’d check the other tyres as you don’t want mismatched tyres or, potentially, one tyre that’s nearly new and three others that are thousands of miles old. Severe differences in tyre tread has been known to destroy differentials and gearboxes.

 

[MercedesA45AMG]

Probably just kerb damage and the tyre was replaced. I’d check the other tyres as you don’t want mismatched tyres or, potentially, one tyre that’s nearly new and three others that are thousands of miles old. Severe differences in tyre tread has been known to destroy differentials and gearboxes.

Thanks! It hasn't failed an MOT before but saw that and it got me worrying. Thanks for the advice

 

[darkblade]

Likely to be pot hole damage. You might want to check the wheel out to see if there is any damage or buckle.

 

[dlockers]

Run a mile

 

[Bear]

If it’s got starlight headlining, run as it’s got a section 59 on it

 

[Firestar_3x]

Run a mile

Yep, cars probably been used in a ram raid.

 

[MercedesA45AMG]

Yep, cars probably been used in a ram raid.

What makes you say this hahah... MOT is near perfect and has never failed before.

 

[MercedesA45AMG]

Run a mile

What makes you say this?

 

[Diddums]

Bro do you even starlight headliner

 

[Housey]

Can you tell me, how did you come up with your username?

With todays roads I'd not worry about something like this. However, if it was outside and wasn't spotted I would run for a mile and a bit more.

 

[PishY]

I’d imagine it’s just pot hole damage or kerb damage, id take a look at the other tyres just to see if there’s any other kerbing or damage on them

The A45 are fast !

 

[Scania]

Usernames of something you drive is fine, usernames of something you don't (yet) drive not so fine.

 

[Firestar_3x]

Can you tell me, how did you come up with your username?

Now you've downgraded your car, you must be pleased not to be named HouseyPoloGTI.

Imagine the guilt of living a lie.

 

[GarethSouthgate]

Run a mile

Good, practical health advice.

 

[Housey]

Now you've downgraded your car, you must be pleased not to be named HouseyPoloGTI.

Imagine the guilt of living a lie.

That’s almost bullying isn’t it

 

[Noughtboy]

Almost certainly kerb damage incurred at 200km/h+ during one of the countless trackday events in it's chequered history.

Run a mile!

Seriously was the passenger in a mate's car during one such event. Those cars are unbelievable. I thought my Lancia Delta Intergrale was phenomenal... This was on a different planet.

 

[MercedesA45AMG]

Need some advice:

Went to test drive the A45 2017 today and realised it didn’t have keyless start (no button to press, just twisting the key to start the engine)

It’s got the premium package, electrics seats, pan roof etc…

Is this normal ?

Thanks in Advance!

 

[Janesy B]

Yes, you need the keyless go package.

Par for the course with German cars, everything is extra.

 

[MercedesA45AMG]

Yes, you need the keyless go package.

Par for the course with German cars, everything is extra.

Interesting thanks!