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KS59 FJK

2010 Mercedes A160

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

44,381 mi
Last recorded44,381 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes A16049,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS59 FJK
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 44,381 miles

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

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 43,932 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning dull (4.4.1 (a) (i))

undercovers fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2024 43,204 miles

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

Offside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning dull (4.4.1 (a) (i))

undercovers fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2023 41,991 miles

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

undercovers fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2022 40,388 miles

undercovers fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2022 40,385 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts driving lamp bulb holder touching bumper (4.11 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

undercovers fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2021 38,958 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

undercovers fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2020 37,843 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

undercovers fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2019 35,963 miles

Advise engine covers fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2018 32,906 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 26,953 miles

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

Rear tyre castleated

Rear tyres shoulders cracking

Pass 28 Jan 2016 25,956 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

Pass 26 Feb 2015 24,031 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

two rear tyres cracking

Pass 21 Jan 2014 20,455 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Jan 2013 17,102 miles

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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KS59 FJK is a 2010 Mercedes A160 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 49,370 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 KS59 FJK, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was KS59 FJK registered?

KS59 FJK is a 2010 Mercedes A160, first registered on 28 January 2010.

Is KS59 FJK safe to buy?

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