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16 LU

2017 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1595cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,479 mi
Last recorded52,479 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz A-class44,481 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration16 LU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,595cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 52,479 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower suspension arm bushes starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general underside corrosion

Pass 24 Feb 2025 41,625 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 36,578 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2024 36,578 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2023 31,408 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 24,054 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 19 Apr 2022 24,054 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 17,427 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 14,716 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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16 LU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,595cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 44,481 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 16 LU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 16 LU?

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What year was 16 LU registered?

16 LU is a 2017 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 March 2017.

Is 16 LU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 16 LU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 16 LU have outstanding finance?

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