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J17 HEX

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,445 mi
Last recorded50,445 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 HEX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 50,445 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 48,529 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 46,287 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2023 46,287 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 41,870 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 39,318 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 37,692 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 34,412 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 30,540 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 27,524 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 25,061 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 20,623 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 14,378 miles
Fail 14 May 2013 8,799 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 8,799 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 8,756 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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J17 HEX 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 87.5%.

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 J17 HEX, 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

How do I check the history of J17 HEX?

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What year was J17 HEX registered?

J17 HEX is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 March 2010.

Is J17 HEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J17 HEX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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