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KS09 WXV

2009 Mercedes A160

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

60,459 mi
Last recorded60,459 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes A16050,787 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 WXV
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 60,459 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 59,711 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and Offside Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 58,042 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2022 54,104 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 49,238 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 49,238 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 44,559 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 36,784 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 34,897 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2017 33,837 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 31,760 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 27,708 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 20,880 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2013 20,704 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)

Offside rear and nearside rear tyres perished

Pass 26 Jul 2012 14,661 miles

front tyre treads low and wearing on edges

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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KS09 WXV is a 2009 Mercedes A160 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 50,787 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 KS09 WXV, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KS09 WXV registered?

KS09 WXV is a 2009 Mercedes A160, first registered on 8 August 2009.

Is KS09 WXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS09 WXV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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