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GC18 XSK

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1333cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

68,456 mi
Last recorded68,456 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC18 XSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,333cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 68,456 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2026 68,456 miles

Offside Rear Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 51,488 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2024 38,023 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2023 28,502 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 37,025 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 18,592 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 XSK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,333cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XSK, 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 XSK?

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What year was GC18 XSK registered?

GC18 XSK is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is GC18 XSK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GC18 XSK shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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