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H18 DUF

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

66,100 mi
Last recorded66,100 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH18 DUF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 66,100 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 62,794 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 58,526 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2023 58,508 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 47,717 miles

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges, 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between treads, 2.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Fail 13 Sep 2022 47,717 miles

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

Engine covers fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on edges, 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking between treads, 2.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under trays fitted, unable to fully inspect.

Pass 16 Sep 2021 36,806 miles

childs seat fitted at nearside rear -full inspection of seatbelt not carried out

front brake discs lipped

rear brake discs lipped

Fail 15 Sep 2021 36,799 miles

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

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

childs seat fitted at nearside rear -full inspection of seatbelt not carried out

front brake discs lipped

rear brake discs lipped

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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H18 DUF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 H18 DUF, 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 H18 DUF registered?

H18 DUF is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 September 2018.

Is H18 DUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for H18 DUF shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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