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A3 GVF

2018 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,232 mi
Last recorded71,232 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz B-class28,461 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 GVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 71,232 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 63,086 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 3 Apr 2025 63,086 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 53,109 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 39,677 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 28,978 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2022 28,978 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 17,981 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?

Based on 984,871 MOT tests across 77,700 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,590
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
77,700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,159
coil spring broken 5,250
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A3 GVF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 28,461 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz B-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 GVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz B-class typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 GVF registered?

A3 GVF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is A3 GVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 GVF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 GVF have outstanding finance?

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