The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A140L 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 AVANTGARDE LWB is a compact five-door hatchback with a small petrol engine and an unusually tall, space-conscious shape. In the UK, it sits between a city car and a family hatchback: easier to place around town than larger cars, yet more versatile than many small runabouts. Mycarcheck.com records 116 checks for this model, covering 57 distinct VINs. The data shows an average private-sale valuation of £600, average recorded mileage of 90,000 miles and annual mileage of 5,000 miles. Cars checked had about 3.6 previous keepers on average, useful context when comparing the history and asking price of an older A-Class. Upright styling suits commuters, first-time buyers and households wanting five doors in a compact footprint. Avantgarde trim adds distinction, and the roomy cabin helps it stand apart from mainstream small hatchbacks. It is an older car, so check condition and service history carefully; figures provide context, not guarantees.