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BL11 ZFJ

2011 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

146,690 mi
Last recorded146,690 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz A-class48,221 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL11 ZFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 146,690 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 140,233 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2020 140,233 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 126,321 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 119,438 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 7 Dec 2018 119,438 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both side (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 116,897 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 6 Dec 2017 116,897 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 1 Nov 2016 112,648 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 112,639 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 91,130 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 91,130 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear brake discs excessivly scored/corroded

Pass 29 Oct 2014 66,573 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 66,573 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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BL11 ZFJ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BL11 ZFJ, 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 BL11 ZFJ registered?

BL11 ZFJ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 June 2011.

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