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FT68 APF

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,047 mi
Last recorded54,047 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT68 APF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 54,047 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 45,481 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 45,481 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Nov 2022 35,742 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 28,545 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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FT68 APF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FT68 APF, 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 FT68 APF?

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What year was FT68 APF registered?

FT68 APF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 November 2018.

Is FT68 APF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT68 APF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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