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LB59 FDU

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

23,567 mi
Last recorded23,567 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB59 FDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 23,567 miles

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

Fail 23 Dec 2024 23,567 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 23,423 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 23,293 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 20,552 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective not clearing well (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2020 20,337 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2019 20,030 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2019 19,968 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Dec 2018 19,673 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 19,350 miles

Nearside rear tyre deteriorated.

Fail 18 Dec 2017 19,350 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Both rear tyres cracking.

Pass 21 Dec 2016 19,053 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 18,360 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2016 18,360 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 17,380 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 16,298 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Jan 2013 13,901 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

nearside rear tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

Fail 25 Jan 2013 13,901 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear tyre perished

offside front tyre perished

offside rear tyre perished

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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LB59 FDU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 LB59 FDU, 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 LB59 FDU registered?

LB59 FDU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 January 2010.

Is LB59 FDU safe to buy?

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