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GV18 AMX

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

70,649 mi
Last recorded70,649 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV18 AMX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2026 70,649 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2025 70,645 miles

Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm BOTH SIDE (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 31 May 2025 61,737 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 61,737 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 45,157 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2024 45,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 31,368 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 31,355 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 26,283 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 19,155 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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GV18 AMX 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 GV18 AMX, 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 GV18 AMX?

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What year was GV18 AMX registered?

GV18 AMX is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 May 2018.

Is GV18 AMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV18 AMX shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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