2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.3L Petrol · WO68 ABF
2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.3L, petrol). First registered 26 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 72,378 miles. MOT valid until 03 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 72,378 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- 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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WO68 ABF Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 04/03/2026
- 72,378 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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WO68 ABF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (WO68 ABF) between October 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
WO68 ABF Mileage History
- 06/10/202235,277 mi
- 04/10/202352,258 mi+16,981 mi
- 03/12/202466,747 mi+14,489 mi
- 04/03/202672,378 mi+5,631 mi
Average of roughly 10,884 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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