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KL18 XVM

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1333cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,740 mi
Last recorded61,740 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL18 XVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,333cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 61,740 miles

Both front strut dust covers split

Nearside front rim buckled.

Rear subframe corroded.

Pass 29 Apr 2025 53,993 miles

both rear tyres worn low inner edge

Pass 19 Apr 2024 45,007 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 45,007 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2023 35,770 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2023 35,770 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2022 25,320 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear damage to NSR bumper not likely to cause injury

Fail 3 May 2022 25,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear damage to NSR bumper not likely to cause injury

Pass 10 May 2021 15,810 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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KL18 XVM is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,333cc petrol 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 KL18 XVM, 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 KL18 XVM registered?

KL18 XVM is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is KL18 XVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL18 XVM 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.

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