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MERCEDES-BENZ GLA2018 · 2.1L DIESEL

FT18 AFJ

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA is a DIESEL vehicle with a 2143cc engine. Currently it has no valid MOT recorded and is taxed for road use. The latest recorded mileage is 22,205.

MOT
Expired
Expires 26/06/2026
Tax
Taxed
Expires 01/12/2026
Fuel
DIESEL
Year
2018
Engine
2143cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle maintains a high standard of roadworthiness evidenced by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 13 June 2025 at 22,205 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating a stable maintenance trend. This lack of recorded faults suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained and avoids significant mechanical failures or structural degradation over the last five testing cycles. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,776 miles per year. Between July 2021 at 11,092 miles and June 2025 at 22,205 miles, the car covered only 11,113 miles. While this low usage reduces wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, the long intervals between tests can sometimes mask issues with rubber-based parts or fluid breakdown. The consistent annual accumulation of roughly 3,000 miles suggests a predictable short-distance usage pattern rather than heavy long-distance travel. Because the MOT record shows no recurring faults, a buyer should focus on identifying issues associated with low-mileage storage. Specifically, check for flat spots on the tyres, corrosion of the brake discs due to inactivity, and potential seizing of brake calipers or handbrake. Inspect the suspension bushes and rubber seals for cracking, as these materials perish through age regardless of distance driven. The clean history provides a strong foundation, but a physical inspection must verify that the low mileage has not led to fluid degradation or neglected components.

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68
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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
✓ Taxed
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Jun 4, 2026, 02:01 AM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Mercedes-Benz Gla (FT18 AFJ) from 2018 show a total of 4 MOT tests between June 2022 and June 2025.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 4 passes against 0 fails. This consistent performance at MOT centers suggests this vehicle has been kept in good order.

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