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GL10 FSC

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,735 mi
Last recorded102,735 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL10 FSC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 102,735 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear tyres have a cut in tread area 185 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2026 102,663 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front outer CV boots insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective after market replacement cap does not seal (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear tyres have a cut in tread area 185 65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2025 98,527 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both nearside and offside outer cv boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2025 98,517 miles

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

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both nearside and offside outer cv boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 20 May 2024 96,449 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2024 96,403 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2023 90,601 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2023 90,507 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 May 2022 86,109 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 80,665 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2021 80,665 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 74,101 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 68,135 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 61,237 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear petrol tank pipes slightly rusty

Pass 10 Jul 2017 52,666 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 46,426 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 40,071 miles

Child seat osr. vis inspection of seat belt only

Pass 7 Jul 2014 32,060 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2014 32,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 22,841 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 22,841 miles

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

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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GL10 FSC is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GL10 FSC, 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 GL10 FSC registered?

GL10 FSC is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 June 2010.

Is GL10 FSC safe to buy?

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