2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Petrol · SN68 WXB
2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.0L, petrol). First registered 30 Oct 2018. Recorded mileage 23,578 miles. MOT expired on 18 May 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 23,578 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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SN68 WXB Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 20/05/2024
- 23,578 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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SN68 WXB MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (SN68 WXB) between May 2024 and May 2024.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 3 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 advisory notices are 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.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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