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AJ68 VBG

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

41,612 mi
Last recorded41,612 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ68 VBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2025 41,612 miles

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

Fail 2 Jan 2025 41,612 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Dec 2023 34,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both on 2.mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both on 2.mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Dec 2023 34,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both on 2.mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both on 2.mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 27,195 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Dec 2022 27,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 19,418 miles

Nearside Front Jacking point damaged

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + Multiple cuts on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Under tray fitted

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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AJ68 VBG is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 38,391 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 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 AJ68 VBG, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AJ68 VBG registered?

AJ68 VBG is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2018.

Is AJ68 VBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ68 VBG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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