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EF59 VHM

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

57,728 mi
Last recorded57,728 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF59 VHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 57,728 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2026 57,728 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2025 52,292 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Dec 2023 45,459 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 19 Dec 2023 45,459 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Dec 2022 36,542 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 31,932 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 31,776 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 31,402 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 29,674 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2017 27,732 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 25,508 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2015 22,892 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 20,140 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 16,647 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 13,059 miles

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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EF59 VHM is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EF59 VHM, 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.

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What year was EF59 VHM registered?

EF59 VHM is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 January 2010.

Is EF59 VHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF59 VHM shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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