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BL68 XLV

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,064 mi
Last recorded56,064 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL68 XLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 56,064 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 49,488 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2025 45,898 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2025 45,898 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 35,056 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 30,815 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 20,013 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 16,860 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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BL68 XLV is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 BL68 XLV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL68 XLV registered?

BL68 XLV is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 November 2018.

Is BL68 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL68 XLV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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