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FY18 LKL

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,348 mi
Last recorded73,348 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY18 LKL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 73,348 miles

Glow plug light on

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

Fail 27 Jan 2026 73,348 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Glow plug light on

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 68,031 miles

glow plug warning light on

Fail 10 Feb 2025 68,031 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

glow plug warning light on

Pass 9 Feb 2024 64,046 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 58,851 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 58,851 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 53,401 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2022 53,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Mar 2021 45,144 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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FY18 LKL is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 FY18 LKL, 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 FY18 LKL?

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What year was FY18 LKL registered?

FY18 LKL is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 March 2018.

Is FY18 LKL safe to buy?

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