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GV11 FUT

2011 Mercedes A160

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

46,789 mi
Last recorded46,789 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes A16041,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV11 FUT
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2011
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 46,789 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2025 46,789 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 45,120 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 43,902 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 42,545 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 41,783 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 41,560 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 39,058 miles

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

rear tyre sidewalls deteriating

Pass 17 Apr 2018 36,178 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 33,886 miles

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

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 18 May 2016 31,369 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 43,002 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 20,406 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?

Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,315
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
Registration plate lamp not working 24
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GV11 FUT is a 2011 Mercedes A160 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 41,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV11 FUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A160 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 15 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GV11 FUT registered?

GV11 FUT is a 2011 Mercedes A160, first registered on 30 June 2011.

Is GV11 FUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV11 FUT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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