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MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS2018 · 1.6L Petrol

C1 FTC

Vehicle Insight Summary

MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS (2018, Petrol, 1595cc) — mileage recorded at 34,801. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Valid
Expires 03/03/2027
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1595cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle remains in a roadworthy condition with a highly stable maintenance trend. The most recent inspection on 04 March 2026 at 34,801 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, following a curious failure on 28 February 2026 at 34,773 miles. Because the failure recorded no specific defects, it suggests a potential administrative error or a minor sensor-related issue that was rectified immediately upon retest. Since 2023, the vehicle has consistently maintained a clean record across annual inspections. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,350 miles per annum. Between February 2023 and 2024, the car covered 5,094 miles, while the period between 2024 and 2025 saw a similar increase of 4,519 miles before covering only 243 miles in the final year. This low usage typically indicates reduced mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though the long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components or flat spotting on tyres. Given the pristine MOT history and low mileage, a physical inspection should focus on components affected by age rather than distance. A buyer should check the brake discs for surface corrosion or seizing of the calipers, as infrequently used vehicles often suffer from seized brakes. The suspension bushes and control arms should be examined for cracking or perishation, which occurs over time regardless of mileage. The structural integrity appears sound based on the lack of corrosion advisories in the previous three years of testing.

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83
/ 100 · Good

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (C1 FTC), we found 5 MOT results in the period of February 2023 to March 2026.

Across its entire MOT history, this Mercedes-Benz has a 80% success rate (4 passes and 1 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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