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FV10 FPZ

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

188,996 mi
Last recorded188,996 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV10 FPZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 188,996 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 183,740 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 177,444 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 170,841 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2022 170,841 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 161,465 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 155,525 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 141,022 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also osf+osr+nsr and worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 May 2018 128,849 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 118,121 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 102,973 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 93,400 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

sill covers fitted

Pass 12 May 2014 68,649 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2013 41,741 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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FV10 FPZ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,992cc 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 FV10 FPZ, 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 FV10 FPZ registered?

FV10 FPZ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 May 2010.

Is FV10 FPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV10 FPZ shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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