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GY61 XGT

2011 Mercedes A160

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

64,778 mi
Last recorded64,778 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes A16041,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY61 XGT
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 64,778 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2024 61,512 miles

Fuel filler pipes corroded

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))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 60,596 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2022 57,854 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 21 Dec 2021 54,777 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 53,490 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 51,647 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2018 47,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald 185/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald 185/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

both rear tyres perishing (7 yrs old)

Fail 20 Dec 2018 47,225 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald 185/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald 185/65r15 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam H7 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both rear tyres perishing (7 yrs old)

Pass 14 Dec 2017 43,718 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside rear tyre cracked in tread

Pass 12 Jan 2017 36,885 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 36,886 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 28,072 miles

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 13 Jan 2015 18,573 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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GY61 XGT is a 2011 Mercedes A160 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY61 XGT, 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 GY61 XGT registered?

GY61 XGT is a 2011 Mercedes A160, first registered on 30 November 2011.

Is GY61 XGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY61 XGT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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