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A18 NBS

2015 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,888 mi
Last recorded78,888 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2015 Mercedes-benz A-class55,493 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 NBS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 78,888 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2024 77,472 miles

possible electrical fault on o/s/r light unit

Fail 18 Nov 2024 77,462 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

possible electrical fault on o/s/r light unit

Pass 15 Nov 2023 75,762 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively lip worn to disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively lip worn to disc (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both rear tyres worn on outer edge

pet restraint removed to inspect rear seat belt operation

Pass 15 Nov 2022 74,132 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 16 Nov 2021 72,532 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Pass 3 Sep 2020 70,144 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin REAR BRAKE PADS VERY THIN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 47,160 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 29,958 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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A18 NBS is a 2015 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2015 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 55,493 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 NBS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 11 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A18 NBS registered?

A18 NBS is a 2015 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 July 2015.

Is A18 NBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 NBS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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