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HK68 OVC

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

93,937 mi
Last recorded93,937 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 93,937 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 16 Dec 2024 76,302 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 68,098 miles

Central Rear Number plate is delaminating

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer tread edge is bald (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer tread edge is 0.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 68,098 miles

Central Rear Number plate is delaminating

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer tread edge is bald (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer tread edge is 0.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 50,922 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 37,163 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 OVC is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OVC, 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.

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What year was HK68 OVC registered?

HK68 OVC is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 December 2018.

Is HK68 OVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK68 OVC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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