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LG10 VPU

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Brown Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

98,579 mi
Last recorded98,579 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG10 VPU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 98,579 miles

Offside Rear low hand brake reading

Fail 7 May 2026 98,562 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear low hand brake reading

Pass 17 May 2025 95,476 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 89,830 miles

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

Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 May 2023 82,370 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 79,602 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 79,602 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2021 75,342 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 75,342 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2020 73,375 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 69,442 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 62,064 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 52,374 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 42,200 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 38,486 miles

under-trays fitted

Pass 13 Sep 2014 33,764 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 26,662 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LG10 VPU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Brown with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LG10 VPU, 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

How do I check the history of LG10 VPU?

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What year was LG10 VPU registered?

LG10 VPU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 March 2010.

Is LG10 VPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG10 VPU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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