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2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA2.0L Petrol

MAR 72N

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Free vehicle summary for MAR 72N: 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA (Grey, Petrol). Mileage: 64,434. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.

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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1991cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 at 64,434 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record indicates a shift toward reactive maintenance regarding Tyres. While the car maintained a clean record for several years, the failure in October 2024 for tyre damage and wear suggests the previous owner only addressed issues once they reached inspection limits rather than performing preventative replacements. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. There is a steady progression in usage from 12,787 miles in late 2021 to the 64,434 miles recorded in 2025. The jump of nearly 15,000 miles between October 2023 and October 2024 represents a period of higher intensity compared to the earlier years, which typically places increased stress on rubber components, suspension bushings, and braking systems. A buyer should specifically inspect the wheel alignment and suspension geometry due to recurring reports of uneven tyre wear in both the 2024 and 2025 tests. The offside rear tyre being worn on the edge at 64,434 miles suggests a persistent camber issue or worn suspension component that could prematurely ruin new tyres. Additionally, check the brake discs for corrosion or uneven thinning, as the record does not flag binding calipers or leaks despite the vehicle's age.

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Public MOT roadworthiness: Good.

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 29 Jul 2026, 13:10
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in October 2025 at 64,434 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record indicates a shift toward reactive maintenance regarding Tyres. While the car maintained a clean record for several years, the failure in October 2024 for tyre damage and wear suggests the previous owner only addressed issues once they reached inspection limits rather than performing preventative replacements. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. There is a steady progression in usage from 12,787 miles in late 2021 to the 64,434 miles recorded in 2025. The jump of nearly 15,000 miles between October 2023 and October 2024 represents a period of higher intensity compared to the earlier years, which typically places increased stress on rubber components, suspension bushings, and braking systems. A buyer should specifically inspect the wheel alignment and suspension geometry due to recurring reports of uneven tyre wear in both the 2024 and 2025 tests. The offside rear tyre being worn on the edge at 64,434 miles suggests a persistent camber issue or worn suspension component that could prematurely ruin new tyres. Additionally, check the brake discs for corrosion or uneven thinning, as the record does not flag binding calipers or leaks despite the vehicle's age.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2018, this Mercedes-Benz Gla with plate MAR 72N has undergone 5 MOT inspections since November 2022.

The vehicle has achieved an overall 80% pass rate, with 4 passes and 1 failure recorded. Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (3 issues). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 2 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 1 failure item has been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))”.

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