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GU68 YBG

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1332cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,018 mi
Last recorded53,018 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU68 YBG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,332cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 53,018 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both also splitting (5.2.3 (e))

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

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 8 May 2025 44,213 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 3mm ,wearing on edges and starting to split/perish (5.2.3 (e))

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

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Fail 8 May 2025 44,213 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 3mm ,wearing on edges and starting to split/perish (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing HEAVILY SPLITTING on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

sill covers and undertrays fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2024 34,208 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively all four worn and "lipped" (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edges and splitting (5.2.3 (e))

undertrays and sill covers fitted

Pass 13 May 2023 26,022 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 22,464 miles

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 9 May 2022 22,464 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 May 2021 19,434 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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GU68 YBG is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,332cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU68 YBG, 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

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What year was GU68 YBG registered?

GU68 YBG is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2018.

Is GU68 YBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU68 YBG shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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