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HK68 OBA

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

41,883 mi
Last recorded41,883 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK68 OBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 41,883 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2025 41,866 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 35,811 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside /offside under tray broken

windscreen chipped and cracked

Fail 21 Nov 2024 35,810 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside /offside under tray broken

windscreen chipped and cracked

Pass 27 Nov 2023 31,586 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing close to limits

Nearside Front windscreen chipped

Fail 27 Nov 2023 31,586 miles

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

Nearside Front tyre wearing close to limits

Nearside Front windscreen chipped

Pass 16 Dec 2022 25,496 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 20,593 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 20,592 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (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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HK68 OBA is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HK68 OBA, 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 HK68 OBA registered?

HK68 OBA is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 November 2018.

Is HK68 OBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK68 OBA shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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