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KS10 XJT

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,297 mi
Last recorded129,297 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS10 XJT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 129,297 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 114,539 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened stiff movement (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Sep 2024 114,446 miles

Emissions unable to be completed emit black smoke in exes (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Window in an unacceptable condition to the rear (3.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear unable to test seat belt seat folded down

Pass 4 Sep 2023 101,444 miles

Engine covers & Under shield fitted obscuring some components

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 85,609 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 85,791 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 70,451 miles

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

undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Aug 2020 66,262 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

•undercover fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 Aug 2019 63,564 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 63,564 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 58,997 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2018 58,997 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 53,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Aug 2017 53,698 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 48,372 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 16 Feb 2016 46,346 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Feb 2016 46,346 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 42,790 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 37,246 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 37,246 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 32,630 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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KS10 XJT is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KS10 XJT, 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 KS10 XJT registered?

KS10 XJT is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 July 2010.

Is KS10 XJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS10 XJT shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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