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HK68 OOB

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,214 mi
Last recorded34,214 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK68 OOB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 34,214 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2026 34,214 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2025 33,007 miles

suspect fuel leak around injector area.

under vehicle oil/fluid contamination.

Pass 5 Dec 2024 29,356 miles

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

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

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

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

offside front tyre tread shows uneven wear and is worn bald at both edges(suspect that the tread is worn close to exposing the ply/cords)

Fail 5 Dec 2024 29,356 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

offside front tyre tread shows uneven wear and is worn bald at both edges(suspect that the tread is worn close to exposing the ply/cords)

Pass 7 Dec 2023 25,884 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished/cracked and shows wear at the edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

odd speed rated tyres are fitted at the front axel.

Pass 7 Dec 2022 22,795 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 16,921 miles

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 OOB 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 75%.

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 OOB, 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 HK68 OOB?

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What year was HK68 OOB registered?

HK68 OOB is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 November 2018.

Is HK68 OOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK68 OOB shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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