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2015 Mercedes-Benz A180 Sport Edition CDI 1.5L Heavy oil · SM65 ABV

SM65 ABV

2015 Mercedes-Benz A180 Sport Edition CDI (1.5L, heavy oil). First registered 30/09/2015. Recorded mileage 70,930 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A180 SPORT EDITION CDI
Year / Origin
2015 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20/05/2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
70,930 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required
Fuel & Engine
HEAVY OIL · 1.5L
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MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 20/05/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
HEAVY OIL
Year
2015
Engine
1461cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The roadworthiness status of this Mercedes-Benz is exceptional, demonstrating a completely stable maintenance trend anchored by clean test passes. In the most recent test on 22 May 2023 at 70,930 miles, the vehicle passed without recording a single defect or advisory notice. This flawless outcome mirrors the preceding test on 6 July 2022 at 66,313 miles, which also resulted in a clean pass sheet. Such unblemished documentation indicates that previous owners addressed minor wear promptly or maintained the vehicle to a high standard, leaving no lingering mechanical neglects. The mileage accumulation is entirely modest and appropriate for an eleven-year-old diesel hatchback, averaging roughly 6,450 miles annually. Between the July 2022 test and the May 2023 test, the vehicle covered 4,617 miles over approximately ten months, representing typical everyday usage. However, the record is notably sparse with only two entries provided, meaning historical data prior to July 2022 is absent from this specific dataset. This limited historical window requires a buyer to verify older service stamps in the physical logbook to confirm if this spotless modern reliability extends across the car's entire life. A physical inspection should focus on components that naturally degrade through age rather than high mileage, such as rubber suspension bushes, engine mounts, and brake lines. Because the MOT data lacks advisory notes regarding corrosion or structural wear, verify the subframes and sills underneath for surface rust during a ramp inspection. Check the condition of the brake discs and pads, as low annual mileage can occasionally lead to pitting or surface corrosion on cast iron components from sitting idle. Confirm that the dual-clutch transmission and diesel engine operate smoothly without hesitation, ensuring the car's mechanical health matches its pristine test record.

SM65 ABV Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2023
  • 70,930 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
63
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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SM65 ABV Mileage History

  1. 06/07/202266,313 mi
  2. 22/05/202370,930 mi+4,617 mi

Average of roughly 5,265 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

SM65 ABV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Aug 2026, 10:32
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Mercedes-Benz A180 Sport Edition Cdi (SM65 ABV) between July 2022 and May 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY