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GY18 OHG

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,339 mi
Last recorded76,339 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY18 OHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2026 76,339 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 2 Apr 2026 76,339 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Apr 2025 72,508 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Apr 2025 72,504 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 68,734 miles

Front 2x brake flexis insecure

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 10 Apr 2024 68,732 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front 2x brake flexis insecure

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Apr 2023 58,753 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 42,797 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 31,568 miles

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

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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GY18 OHG is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GY18 OHG, 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 GY18 OHG?

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What year was GY18 OHG registered?

GY18 OHG is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is GY18 OHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY18 OHG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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