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KP61 YGT

2011 Mercedes A Class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

102,704 mi
Last recorded102,704 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes A Class43,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP61 YGT
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 102,704 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 92,846 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 83,292 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 82,781 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2022 70,200 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 70,200 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2021 60,528 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 18 Oct 2021 60,528 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 52,585 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 49,330 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 43,345 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 38,188 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 31,467 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 27,176 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 20,599 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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KP61 YGT is a 2011 Mercedes A Class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 43,624 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 A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP61 YGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KP61 YGT registered?

KP61 YGT is a 2011 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 24 November 2011.

Is KP61 YGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP61 YGT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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