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KS10 FKV

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

115,603 mi
Last recorded115,603 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS10 FKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 115,603 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2026 115,602 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2025 106,769 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2025 106,769 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 92,299 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 77,292 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 64,169 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 50,660 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 50,658 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2020 38,654 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 24,241 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 15,600 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)

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 28 Mar 2017 15,515 miles

advise front tyres getting low

Pass 10 Mar 2016 15,390 miles

advise front tyres getting low on tread

Pass 11 Mar 2015 15,214 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)

advise front tyres getting low

Pass 27 Mar 2014 15,075 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 14,648 miles

n/s/f tyre slight damage to sidewall 195/55/16t

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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KS10 FKV is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 KS10 FKV, 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 KS10 FKV?

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What year was KS10 FKV registered?

KS10 FKV is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 June 2010.

Is KS10 FKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS10 FKV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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