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BG61 VMM

2011 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

80,586 mi
Last recorded80,586 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz A-class48,221 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG61 VMM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 80,586 miles

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 1 Mar 2024 80,586 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Brake pad warning light also illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Multiple bulges (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Feb 2023 76,328 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 72,355 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2021 67,784 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2020 64,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/65/15h (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2019 57,924 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 49,899 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 40,809 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 34,703 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 27,391 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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BG61 VMM is a 2011 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 48,221 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 BG61 VMM, 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 15 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 BG61 VMM registered?

BG61 VMM is a 2011 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 December 2011.

Is BG61 VMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG61 VMM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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