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HG18 VBP

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

66,292 mi
Last recorded66,292 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG18 VBP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 66,292 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2025 54,019 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cut in tread area. (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 45,394 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit now. (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted making inspection difficult.

Fail 7 Aug 2024 45,394 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit now. (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays fitted making inspection difficult.

Pass 8 Sep 2023 38,104 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 38,104 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2022 27,822 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 27,822 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 20,684 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 6 Jul 2021 20,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

under trays fitted

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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HG18 VBP is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in White 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 HG18 VBP, 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 HG18 VBP registered?

HG18 VBP is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 6 August 2018.

Is HG18 VBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG18 VBP 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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