CarVerify

Free Car Check

CR53 GDS

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,972 mi
Last recorded51,972 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCR53 GDS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 51,972 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 45,525 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 36,087 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 26,528 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 xl 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear reverse light inop dash indicates indicator issue, but working .water ingress affecting lights requires new unit

Fail 30 Mar 2023 19,086 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator warning lamp on (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator warning lamp on (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 xl 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear reverse light inop dash indicates indicator issue, but working .water ingress affecting lights requires new unit

Pass 31 Mar 2022 15,861 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 12,596 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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

CR53 GDS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 CR53 GDS, 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

How do I check the history of CR53 GDS?

You can check the full history of CR53 GDS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was CR53 GDS registered?

CR53 GDS is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 September 2018.

Is CR53 GDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CR53 GDS shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CR53 GDS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on CR53 GDS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.