2005 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Petrol · YX05 MGE
2005 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2005. Recorded mileage 104,335 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Beverley / Hull
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,335 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YX05 MGE Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2025
- 104,335 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YX05 MGE 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (YX05 MGE) between April 2022 and December 2025.
The record contains 4 passes 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), Suspension (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.
YX05 MGE Mileage History
- 04/04/202290,197 mi
- 02/06/202393,869 mi+3,672 mi
- 15/07/202496,425 mi+2,556 mi
- 03/12/2025104,335 mi+7,910 mi
Average of roughly 3,856 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz A-Class (W168)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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- Rear axle and floor corrosionSerious
Older W168s can corrode around the rear axle mounts and floor seams badly.
- CVT / Sequentronic gearbox failureSerious
The CVT and semi-automatic Sequentronic gearboxes can suffer from wear to the variator, clutch packs and mechatronic units. Repairs are often uneconomical on higher-mileage cars.
- Water ingress and electrical faultsModerate
Blocked sunroof drains and degraded door seals allow water into the cabin, which can corrode underfloor electronics and wiring connectors, causing random warning lights and intermittent faults.
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