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AP59 HEV

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,299 mi
Last recorded71,299 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP59 HEV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 71,299 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 71,298 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Offside Front Bumper armature is damaged and rubs against the offside front wheel on left lock

Pass 22 Feb 2020 71,217 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 70,917 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2017 67,169 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 60,243 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 49,835 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Nov 2013 35,896 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 23,289 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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AP59 HEV is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AP59 HEV, 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.

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What year was AP59 HEV registered?

AP59 HEV is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 27 January 2010.

Is AP59 HEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP59 HEV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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