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BJ60 HXD

2010 Mercedes A160

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

36,929 mi
Last recorded36,929 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes A16049,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ60 HXD
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 36,929 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2026 36,929 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 35,625 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front hub /caliper / lower ball joint /steering arm corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Nov 2024 35,604 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working door indicator (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre tread splits 185..65..15 ..tyre 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre tread splits 185..65..15 ..tyre 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front hub /caliper / lower ball joint /steering arm corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 34,132 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread wearing /perishing ..small splits ...tyre 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perishing ..small splits ...tyre 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 34,083 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread wearing /perishing ..small splits ...tyre 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall perishing ..small splits ...tyre 2015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 31,679 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 31,648 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 29,145 miles

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

Fail 18 Nov 2021 28,026 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 26,634 miles

Nearside Rear tyre sidewalls perished ...lots of small splits ..185..65..15 age 2010

Offside Rear tyre sidewalls perished ...lots of small splits ..185..65..15

Fail 13 Nov 2020 26,634 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre sidewalls perished ...lots of small splits ..185..65..15 age 2010

Offside Rear tyre sidewalls perished ...lots of small splits ..185..65..15

Pass 26 Nov 2019 24,427 miles

both rear tyres starting to split on sidewalls

Pass 7 Nov 2018 22,064 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2018 22,064 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2017 19,400 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 17,473 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 15,346 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 13,301 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 10,707 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?

Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,315
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
Registration plate lamp not working 24
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BJ60 HXD is a 2010 Mercedes A160 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 49,370 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 A160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ60 HXD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A160 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 16 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BJ60 HXD registered?

BJ60 HXD is a 2010 Mercedes A160, first registered on 25 November 2010.

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