2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · DE62 ABO
2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, diesel). First registered 31 Jan 2018. Recorded mileage 54,374 miles. MOT valid until 04 Oct 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,374 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DE62 ABO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/09/2026
- 54,374 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DE62 ABO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (DE62 ABO) between January 2025 and September 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 29 September 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
DE62 ABO Mileage History
- 23/01/202545,945 mi
- 24/01/202545,945 mi
- 06/10/202547,052 mi+1,107 mi
- 06/10/202547,052 mi
- 29/09/202654,374 mi+7,322 mi
Average of roughly 5,017 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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