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LS10 HJU

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,223 mi
Last recorded85,223 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS10 HJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 85,223 miles

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

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2025 78,627 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 10 Sep 2024 73,650 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2023 67,465 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 58,484 miles

both headlight retaining brackets repaired

Fail 13 Sep 2022 58,484 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

both headlight retaining brackets repaired

Pass 10 Sep 2021 42,178 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2021 42,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 27,164 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 27,115 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 25,946 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 25,112 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 24,486 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 23,388 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 5 Jun 2015 23,388 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 May 2014 22,303 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 May 2014 22,302 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre cracked in tread

rear wiper split

Pass 4 Jun 2013 20,723 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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LS10 HJU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LS10 HJU, 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 LS10 HJU registered?

LS10 HJU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 April 2010.

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