2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 2.1L Diesel · LG18 KVV
2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA (2.1L, diesel). First registered 21 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 41,580 miles. MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,580 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LG18 KVV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/11/2025
- 41,580 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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LG18 KVV 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 Gla (LG18 KVV) between October 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
LG18 KVV Mileage History
- 24/10/202222,667 mi
- 20/11/202329,494 mi+6,827 mi
- 16/11/202436,140 mi+6,646 mi
- 08/11/202541,580 mi+5,440 mi
- 08/11/202541,580 mi
Average of roughly 6,219 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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