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CV18 XBU

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,141 mi
Last recorded113,141 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV18 XBU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 113,141 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 27 May 2026 113,141 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 May 2025 93,604 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 93,530 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 May 2024 81,636 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 68,822 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 53,056 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 38,384 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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CV18 XBU is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CV18 XBU, 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 CV18 XBU registered?

CV18 XBU is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is CV18 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV18 XBU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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