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C21 MLC

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,075 mi
Last recorded118,075 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC21 MLC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 118,075 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 97,497 miles

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

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

Nearside Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed and around B-pillar (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 77,150 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 55,719 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2022 55,719 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 37,601 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Oct 2021 37,264 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing LOW TREAD (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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C21 MLC is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C21 MLC, 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 C21 MLC registered?

C21 MLC is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 September 2018.

Is C21 MLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C21 MLC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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