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CA52 ZBA

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

146,337 mi
Last recorded146,337 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA52 ZBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 146,337 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2025 141,342 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 133,888 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material O/S by fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 120,094 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material [Offside/nearside rear] (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 107,380 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded Lower coil. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S and O/S pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 94,593 miles

Rear brake pipes starting to corrode offside/nearside.

Pass 2 May 2020 81,399 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 69,834 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 61,751 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 54,095 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 46,184 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 37,008 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 37,008 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 22,784 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 22,686 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 16,956 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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CA52 ZBA is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 CA52 ZBA, 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 CA52 ZBA registered?

CA52 ZBA is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 13 April 2010.

Is CA52 ZBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA52 ZBA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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