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A5 KJR

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,469 mi
Last recorded30,469 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 KJR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 30,469 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2025 29,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Chunk of rubber missing from outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 28,777 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Suspension bump stop deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2023 27,727 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 26,565 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 3 Feb 2021 25,484 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 24,596 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Fail 3 Feb 2020 24,596 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 30 Jan 2019 22,926 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 20,563 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm & tyre tread worn lower on edges (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Puncture repair to tyre on outer edge of tread

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.5mm & tyre tread worn away on very inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 18,407 miles

Under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Feb 2016 15,840 miles

Under tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jan 2015 13,508 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Feb 2014 10,170 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 10,086 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 7,649 miles

n/s/f, suspension components damaged.

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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A5 KJR is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 52,111 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 A5 KJR, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A5 KJR registered?

A5 KJR is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 March 2010.

Is A5 KJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 KJR shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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