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HJ18 XLV

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,736 mi
Last recorded84,736 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ18 XLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 84,736 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REARS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONTS (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 May 2025 74,327 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears slightly on inners (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2024 61,573 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 48,722 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 37,956 miles

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 14 Jun 2021 24,338 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

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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HJ18 XLV is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HJ18 XLV, 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 HJ18 XLV?

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What year was HJ18 XLV registered?

HJ18 XLV is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 25 June 2018.

Is HJ18 XLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ18 XLV shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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