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BX18 SVF

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,778 mi
Last recorded63,778 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX18 SVF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2026 63,778 miles

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

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 31 Oct 2025 52,967 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2025 52,966 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner Nail in tyre new tyre req

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 41,982 miles

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

trays & covers fitted

Fail 3 Oct 2024 41,982 miles

Central Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

trays & covers fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2023 19,316 miles

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

TPMS light on

brake pad warning light on

trays & covers fitted

Pass 2 Nov 2022 13,961 miles

Front Brake pads worn close to wear indicator

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 10,609 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 9,324 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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BX18 SVF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BX18 SVF, 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 BX18 SVF registered?

BX18 SVF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 March 2018.

Is BX18 SVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX18 SVF 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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