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FV60 ZYK

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,826 mi
Last recorded99,826 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2022
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV60 ZYK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2022 99,826 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear & o/s front (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear hand brake fluctuates on opperation

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

T P M warning on

brake pedal pumps up

hand brake efficiency only just met

Fail 28 Nov 2022 99,646 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear & o/s front (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear hand brake fluctuates on opperation

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

T P M warning on

brake pedal pumps up

hand brake efficiency only just met

Pass 1 Dec 2021 90,074 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

t p m warning on

Fail 26 Nov 2021 90,033 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively view to rear (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

t p m warning on

Pass 28 Nov 2020 83,731 miles

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair and hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 21 Nov 2020 83,728 miles

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

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

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair and hand brake (1.2.1 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 79,918 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 71,275 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear hand brake only just met std

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 29 Nov 2017 62,540 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 53,976 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 30 Nov 2016 53,946 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 46,874 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 1 Dec 2014 39,737 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Nov 2013 32,038 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 ZYK is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ZYK, 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 ZYK registered?

FV60 ZYK is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 November 2010.

Is FV60 ZYK safe to buy?

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