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BD08 JEN

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

39,720 mi
Last recorded39,720 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 JEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 39,720 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 37,202 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2025 37,197 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 33,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 29,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 29,127 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 24,756 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 20,309 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 18,205 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 17,500 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2019 17,493 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2018 16,090 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 14,071 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 11,593 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 9,163 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 7,490 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 5,908 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BD08 JEN is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BD08 JEN, 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

How do I check the history of BD08 JEN?

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What year was BD08 JEN registered?

BD08 JEN is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is BD08 JEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 JEN shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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