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KR18 YVM

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

60,604 mi
Last recorded60,604 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR18 YVM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 60,604 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and out of shape on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and out of shape on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 1 Sep 2026 60,604 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and out of shape on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low and out of shape on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2025 44,674 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 30,126 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 19,711 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 19,661 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 15,678 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 13,485 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2021 13,485 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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KR18 YVM is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KR18 YVM, 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 KR18 YVM registered?

KR18 YVM is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 April 2018.

Is KR18 YVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR18 YVM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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