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FM05 PAK

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,454 mi
Last recorded47,454 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 PAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 47,454 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 38,344 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NEARSIDE & OFFSIDE WORN EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2024 34,386 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, worn, cuts, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 30,251 miles

both rear tyres 4.mm tread & worn / perished edges

rear brake pads 87% worn low.

Fail 25 Jan 2023 30,244 miles

Nearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

both front tyres 2.mm tread depth & bold on edges.

both rear tyres 4.mm tread & worn / perished edges

front brake disc's lipped & wearing

front brake pads 90% worn low.

rear brake pads 87% worn low.

Pass 13 Jan 2022 26,539 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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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FM05 PAK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,332cc petrol 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 FM05 PAK, 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 FM05 PAK registered?

FM05 PAK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 November 2018.

Is FM05 PAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM05 PAK 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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