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GC18 GVN

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,377 mi
Last recorded69,377 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC18 GVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 69,377 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

UNDERTRAY FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

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

Fail 4 Jun 2026 69,377 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

UNDERTRAY FITTED NOT ALLOWING FULL INSPECTION

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

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 52,205 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2024 50,991 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2023 44,350 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 41,816 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 25,359 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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GC18 GVN is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc 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 GC18 GVN, 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 GC18 GVN?

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What year was GC18 GVN registered?

GC18 GVN is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 July 2018.

Is GC18 GVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC18 GVN 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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