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KS10 YSK

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

121,069 mi
Last recorded121,069 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS10 YSK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 121,069 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2026 121,069 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 101,691 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under body general corrosion

Pass 7 Oct 2023 101,198 miles

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

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

Rear parking brake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 5 Oct 2023 101,175 miles

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

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 96,637 miles

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

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

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

parking brake..Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 15%

Fail 2 Nov 2022 96,492 miles

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

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

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

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

parking brake..Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair 15%

Pass 16 Oct 2021 83,135 miles

Central Front undertrays damaged but secure at this time

Fail 13 Oct 2021 83,058 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

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

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

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

Central Front undertrays damaged but secure at this time

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nsf and osf worn on inner edges would also advise tracking 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 77,389 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 7 Nov 2020 77,389 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 68,235 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Oct 2019 68,235 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Oct 2018 53,112 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 32,773 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

under trays fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2016 19,071 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 14,301 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 12,205 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 10,721 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 YSK is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 YSK, 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

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What year was KS10 YSK registered?

KS10 YSK is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 June 2010.

Is KS10 YSK safe to buy?

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