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DN61 HCF

2011 Mercedes A160

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,616 mi
Last recorded87,616 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes A16041,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN61 HCF
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 87,616 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 86,497 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 86,497 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 78,162 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat unable to check

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jun 2023 78,120 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Seat unable to check

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

Oil leak, but not excessive From sump plug (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 65,821 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 52,088 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 43,566 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 37,096 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2018 27,240 miles

advise both rear tyres cracking

Pass 11 Jul 2017 15,505 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 9,736 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 7,115 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 4,916 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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DN61 HCF is a 2011 Mercedes A160 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 41,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 DN61 HCF, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DN61 HCF registered?

DN61 HCF is a 2011 Mercedes A160, first registered on 28 November 2011.

Is DN61 HCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN61 HCF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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