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BV10 ZXP

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

52,435 mi
Last recorded52,435 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV10 ZXP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 52,435 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both nearside & offside. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 24 Jul 2026 52,412 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded As marked. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded As marked. (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both nearside & offside. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 10 Jul 2025 49,796 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn bald on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 49,642 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Side repeater not working wing mirror repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn bald on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 47,891 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to back brake pipes are corroded in the body clips (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 23 Jul 2024 47,891 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to back brake pipes are corroded in the body clips (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 47,143 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back brake pipes starting to corrode in the clips (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning wing mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2023 47,143 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back brake pipes starting to corrode in the clips (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning wing mirror indicator (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 44,062 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 39,162 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 27 Jul 2021 39,162 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner 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))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 32,852 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 31,594 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 31,584 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 30,990 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 30,990 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 46,764 miles

Engine & Under-tray(s) fitted obscuring some components

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 25,513 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 20,844 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 20,843 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 5,699 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 5,367 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Feb 2013 5,367 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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BV10 ZXP is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 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 BV10 ZXP, 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

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What year was BV10 ZXP registered?

BV10 ZXP is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 March 2010.

Is BV10 ZXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV10 ZXP shows 23 tests with a 60.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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