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AK68 SZU

2019 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,621 mi
Last recorded101,621 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2026
Typical for 2019 Mercedes-benz A-class36,027 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK68 SZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2019
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2026 101,621 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2025 86,625 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 78,648 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (o/s top) (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 78,648 miles

Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Fuel flap broken / sharp edges. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (o/s top) (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 65,705 miles

Fuel filler flap broken

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

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2023 65,705 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Fuel filler flap broken

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 47,022 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2022 47,022 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 27,721 miles

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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AK68 SZU is a 2019 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2019 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 36,027 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 AK68 SZU, 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 7 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK68 SZU registered?

AK68 SZU is a 2019 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 January 2019.

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The MOT history for AK68 SZU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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