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FV60 XTU

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

92,476 mi
Last recorded92,476 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV60 XTU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 92,476 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2026 92,476 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 85,139 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 Jun 2024 77,906 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 70,833 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 70,833 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 63,241 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 63,241 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished sidewall and 12yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavily perished sidewall and 12yrs old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 57,172 miles

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

both rear tyres perrished on side walls

Pass 10 Jun 2020 52,710 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Jun 2020 52,710 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 48,639 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 47,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Oct 2018 47,206 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Incorrectly spaced (0.1 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 43,414 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2016 41,667 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2016 41,667 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 39,160 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 35,821 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2013 31,763 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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FV60 XTU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FV60 XTU, 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 FV60 XTU registered?

FV60 XTU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 December 2010.

Is FV60 XTU safe to buy?

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