The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A160L 5DR HATCHBACK 1.6 CLASSIC SE AUTO LWB is a compact, five-door hatchback with a taller, space-conscious shape. In the UK it sits between a small city car and a family hatchback, offering Mercedes-Benz branding and an automatic gearbox in a relatively easy-to-park package. mycarcheck.com has recorded 23 checks covering 11 distinct VINs, a useful but modest sample. Those checks show an average private-sale valuation of £800 and average recorded mileage of 79,000 miles; typical annual mileage is 4,000. The cars averaged just over five previous keepers, so check the individual vehicle’s history, condition and paperwork rather than relying on averages. The A160L’s longer layout gives this small hatch useful cabin room, while the automatic suits town driving and commuting. Its upright shape and Mercedes badge distinguish it from rivals; it may suit a couple or household, provided age-related condition and service history check out.