2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · X1 BJG
2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.1L, diesel). First registered 23 Jan 2018. Recorded mileage 63,489 miles. MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,489 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X1 BJG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
- 63,489 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
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X1 BJG MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (X1 BJG) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
X1 BJG Mileage History
- 25/03/202448,441 mi
- 18/03/202558,925 mi+10,484 mi
- 18/03/202558,925 mi
- 20/03/202663,448 mi+4,523 mi
- 27/03/202663,489 mi+41 mi
Average of roughly 7,508 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- DCT gearbox judder and clutch wearModerate
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