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DK10 VLH

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

61,986 mi
Last recorded61,986 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK10 VLH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 61,986 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2025 52,743 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2025 52,742 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 46,763 miles

Brake pipes/fuel pipes are corroded

Underside of vehicle has corrosion bluid up

Fail 11 May 2024 46,763 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both rear (5.3.2 (d))

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

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

Brake pipes/fuel pipes are corroded

Underside of vehicle has corrosion bluid up

Pass 15 Feb 2018 43,346 miles

corrosion to fuel filler pipes

Pass 10 Feb 2017 37,898 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel filler neck slightly rusty

Fail 10 Feb 2017 37,897 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel filler neck slightly rusty

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 33,416 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 29,289 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Feb 2015 29,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 25,145 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 21,765 miles

Offside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front wipers smearing and rear split

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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DK10 VLH is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DK10 VLH, 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 DK10 VLH registered?

DK10 VLH is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 March 2010.

Is DK10 VLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK10 VLH shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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