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EF18 VVK

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,336 mi
Last recorded67,336 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF18 VVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 67,336 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Under vehicle covers restrict view (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2026 67,336 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges ( NO CORDS EXPOSED AT TIME OF TEST) (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Under vehicle covers restrict view (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 55,084 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 44,316 miles

Under vehicle covers restrict view

Fail 6 Jun 2024 44,316 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (Advise at time of test) (5.2.3 (e))

Under vehicle covers restrict view

Pass 7 Jun 2023 39,453 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 27,721 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 20,445 miles

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

covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

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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EF18 VVK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey 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 EF18 VVK, 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 EF18 VVK?

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What year was EF18 VVK registered?

EF18 VVK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 May 2018.

Is EF18 VVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF18 VVK 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.

Does EF18 VVK have outstanding finance?

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