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2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.3L Petrol · SO18 FCC

SO18 FCC

2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.3L, petrol). First registered 24 Aug 2018. Recorded mileage 62,370 miles. MOT valid until 22 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Year / Origin
2018 · Edinburgh
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 22 Aug 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
Recorded Mileage
62,370 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 22 Aug 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Nov 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2018
Engine
1332cc
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SO18 FCC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/08/2026
  • 62,370 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded

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SO18 FCC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Oct 2026, 19:02
MOT Analysis

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 (SO18 FCC) between August 2023 and August 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 03 August 2026 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: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). 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: “Nearside 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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SO18 FCC Mileage History

  1. 01/08/202333,322 mi
  2. 02/08/202333,322 mi
  3. 30/07/202439,248 mi+5,926 mi
  4. 28/07/202549,084 mi+9,836 mi
  5. 03/08/202662,370 mi+13,286 mi

Average of roughly 9,664 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
88
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✓ No outstanding recalls
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