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HY60 PLU

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

63,000 mi
Last recorded63,000 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY60 PLU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 63,000 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Aug 2023 63,000 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2022 60,790 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror unit loose ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Aug 2022 60,788 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror unit loose ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 57,824 miles

Nearside rear tyre heavily perished/cracked

Non obligatory mirror damaged nearside mirror unit loose ()

Road wheel slightly distorted nearside rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect nearside front has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 55,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 20 Aug 2020 55,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge and getting low (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 20 Aug 2019 52,578 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside front and nearside rear tyre sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 20 Aug 2019 52,578 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside front and nearside rear tyre sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 47,106 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 42,344 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Aug 2016 38,228 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 33,056 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 33,056 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 20 Aug 2014 27,312 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 27,312 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 22,776 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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HY60 PLU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 HY60 PLU, 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 HY60 PLU registered?

HY60 PLU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 September 2010.

Is HY60 PLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY60 PLU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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