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EK10 YLW

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,022 mi
Last recorded107,022 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK10 YLW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 107,022 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 95,061 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 90,777 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 84,357 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2022 84,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 75,425 miles

under engine and sill tray cover fitted , obscuring side components.

Pass 29 Oct 2020 73,104 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side inner edge & outer (5.2.3 (e))

under engine tray cover fitted , obscuring side components.

Pass 23 Apr 2019 67,741 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 65,082 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 60,355 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 56,222 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 49,732 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Mar 2014 37,473 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Mar 2013 28,556 miles

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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EK10 YLW is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 EK10 YLW, 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 EK10 YLW registered?

EK10 YLW is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 March 2010.

Is EK10 YLW safe to buy?

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