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2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Diesel · YA68 FMP

YA68 FMP

2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Dec 2018. Recorded mileage 28,230 miles. MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026. No outstanding manufacturer safety recalls recorded.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Year / Origin
2018 · Leeds
Safety Recall
None Outstanding
MOT Status
Valid until 29 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
Recorded Mileage
28,230 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 1.5L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Dec 2026
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2018
Engine
1461cc
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YA68 FMP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/01/2026
  • 28,230 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)

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YA68 FMP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 31 Aug 2026, 07:19
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (YA68 FMP) between January 2024 and January 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 January 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 (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 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 Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”; “Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.

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YA68 FMP Mileage History

  1. 23/01/202415,419 mi
  2. 23/01/202415,420 mi+1 mi
  3. 30/01/202522,155 mi+6,735 mi
  4. 28/01/202628,228 mi+6,073 mi
  5. 28/01/202628,230 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 6,355 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Euro 6(AG)
No Open Safety Recalls

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 3 dangerous defects found recently
✓ No outstanding recalls
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