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KW59 SOH

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

166,642 mi
Last recorded166,642 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW59 SOH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2026 166,642 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2025 147,113 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 140,548 miles

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

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 28 Feb 2023 131,968 miles

Rear wiper arm broken, partially covering registration plate

Fail 24 Feb 2023 131,853 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

tpms light on

Pass 24 Feb 2022 124,733 miles

Undertrays fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 24 Feb 2022 124,733 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Undertrays fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 1 Feb 2021 114,957 miles

Front Washer jets only just provide sufficient water

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both worn (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Undertrays fitted under vehicle not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Feb 2020 109,632 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

acceptable corrosion of petrol tank fuel filler pipes,rear axle beam,etc*

extensive shields on underbody,etc, restrict examination of testable items*

washer fluid delivery poor but acceptable*

Fail 29 Jan 2020 109,233 miles

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

acceptable corrosion of petrol tank fuel filler pipes,rear axle beam,etc*

extensive shields on underbody,etc, restrict examination of testable items*

washer fluid delivery poor but acceptable*

Pass 6 Feb 2019 102,257 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 91,541 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 80,456 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 67,344 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres deteriorating

Pass 10 Feb 2015 53,781 miles

Rear wiper split

Pass 8 Feb 2014 43,051 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres worn edges

Pass 11 Feb 2013 30,744 miles

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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KW59 SOH is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KW59 SOH, 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 KW59 SOH registered?

KW59 SOH is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 January 2010.

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