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HY18 CXB

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,881 mi
Last recorded80,881 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY18 CXB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 80,881 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2026 80,881 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Mar 2025 59,126 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2024 47,677 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2023 41,760 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre feathered/perished

Fail 4 Mar 2023 41,760 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre feathered/perished

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid end stop on pipe work missing (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 33,308 miles

Front Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both slightly smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Feb 2022 33,307 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 28,166 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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HY18 CXB is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HY18 CXB, 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 HY18 CXB?

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What year was HY18 CXB registered?

HY18 CXB is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 March 2018.

Is HY18 CXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY18 CXB shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HY18 CXB have outstanding finance?

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