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LP59 BFU

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

90,830 mi
Last recorded90,830 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2023
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP59 BFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2023 90,830 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2023 90,830 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 85,700 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 81,055 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 78,420 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

both rear tyres have age cuts/sidewall cuts/scuffs

Fail 5 Jun 2020 78,420 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

both rear tyres have age cuts/sidewall cuts/scuffs

Pass 14 Jun 2019 75,789 miles

both rear tyre tyres have age cuts/scuffs

Pass 20 Jun 2018 72,414 miles

both rear tyres have age cuts/sidewall scuffs

rear brake pads wearing low

Fail 20 Jun 2018 72,414 miles

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

both rear tyres have age cuts/sidewall scuffs

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 9 Jun 2017 69,059 miles

Offside Rear tyre has age related cuts/scrapes.

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

Fail 9 Jun 2017 69,059 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear tyre has age related cuts/scrapes.

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

Pass 22 Jun 2016 64,826 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 60,307 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 60,307 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 May 2014 54,699 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 54,699 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2013 48,218 miles

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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LP59 BFU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 LP59 BFU, 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 LP59 BFU registered?

LP59 BFU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 January 2010.

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