Mercedes A Class clutch change...

[Doctor Gollum]

Transpires that the clutch had previously been replaced but the slave was original. But perhaps more significant was the fact that the plastic pin that connects the clutch pedal to the master has been worn away to a fraction of it's original dimensions which had caused the pedal to not return fully up for a period of time, meaning that the slave and release bearing were never quite relaxed... Which in turn led it to wear excessively before finally letting go.

Temporary fix has been to fit a suitable bolt, but it will require a new pedal and pin at some point.

Still all done, and back in service.