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ARA 131A

2026 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Hybrid electric (clean)
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,215 mi
Last recorded84,215 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARA 131A
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2026
ColourGrey
Fuel typeHybrid electric (clean)

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 84,215 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 78,467 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2024 72,695 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2024 72,695 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2022 67,102 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 64,612 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 64,612 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 22 Oct 2021 64,597 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 56,533 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2020 56,532 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2019 48,767 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2019 48,766 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 39,051 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 30,369 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 19,508 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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ARA 131A is a 2026 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ARA 131A, 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 0 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 ARA 131A registered?

ARA 131A is a 2026 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 February 2026.

Is ARA 131A safe to buy?

The MOT history for ARA 131A shows 15 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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