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KY60 VLV

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

83,575 mi
Last recorded83,575 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2019
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY60 VLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2019 83,575 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))

Fail 18 Jan 2019 83,575 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment (1.1.18 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 78,424 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 73,232 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 73,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 61,864 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2016 61,864 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 51,848 miles

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorated but not resulting in a weak sidewall

two front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

Fail 16 Jan 2015 51,848 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

nearside rear tyre outer sidewall deteriorated but not resulting in a weak sidewall

two front tyres wearing slightly on outer edges

Pass 13 Jan 2014 42,186 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 41,099 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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KY60 VLV is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KY60 VLV, 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 KY60 VLV registered?

KY60 VLV is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2010.

Is KY60 VLV safe to buy?

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