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FY18 XVW

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

70,632 mi
Last recorded70,632 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY18 XVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2025 70,632 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 58,532 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 46,039 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 46,039 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (3mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (2mm) (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (4mm) (5.2.3 (e))

tpms light on

Pass 28 Mar 2022 32,514 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

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

front wipers smearing

Fail 28 Mar 2022 32,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut on the thread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

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

front wipers smearing

Pass 8 Mar 2021 25,086 miles

Nearside Rear inner edge wearing out of shape feathered

Offside Rear inner edge feathered out of shape

under trays fitted

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 XVW is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XVW, 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 XVW?

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What year was FY18 XVW registered?

FY18 XVW is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 May 2018.

Is FY18 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY18 XVW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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