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C20 HLS

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,322 mi
Last recorded47,322 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 HLS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 47,322 miles

Nearside Rear discs slightly scored

Offside Rear discs slightly scored

Fail 30 Jan 2026 47,322 miles

Nearside Rear discs slightly scored

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear discs slightly scored

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 39,875 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 35,447 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2022 29,511 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2021 22,054 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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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C20 HLS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 C20 HLS, 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 C20 HLS registered?

C20 HLS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 November 2018.

Is C20 HLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 HLS shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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