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HG59 ZTZ

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

124,681 mi
Last recorded124,681 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG59 ZTZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 124,681 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 123,319 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2024 123,316 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested dipped beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 121,631 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 119,987 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Fail 20 Oct 2022 119,981 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2021 112,219 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 13 Jul 2020 109,742 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside

Pass 5 Jun 2019 105,837 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 100,893 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 94,326 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 89,845 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 89,845 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 88,409 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 87,513 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 85,860 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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HG59 ZTZ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HG59 ZTZ, 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.

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What year was HG59 ZTZ registered?

HG59 ZTZ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 January 2010.

Is HG59 ZTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG59 ZTZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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