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FP18 VGU

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

66,507 mi
Last recorded66,507 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP18 VGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 66,507 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 56,650 miles

full undertrays fitted

Pass 21 Aug 2024 47,380 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 33,760 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 27,782 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 27,782 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 21,830 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 15,714 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 225/40x18 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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FP18 VGU is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP18 VGU, 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 FP18 VGU registered?

FP18 VGU is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 April 2018.

Is FP18 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP18 VGU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP18 VGU have outstanding finance?

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