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KS68 LFY

2018 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

45,910 mi
Last recorded45,910 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class38,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS68 LFY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 45,910 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2025 45,909 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 36,075 miles

Nearside Front tyre scuffed on outer wall

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

Fail 28 Oct 2024 36,075 miles

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

Front both sides tyres scuffed on outer walls

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

Pass 9 Oct 2023 26,922 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 26,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 18,564 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 14,819 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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KS68 LFY is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 KS68 LFY, 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 KS68 LFY?

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What year was KS68 LFY registered?

KS68 LFY is a 2018 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 November 2018.

Is KS68 LFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS68 LFY shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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