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LS10 VMJ

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

111,214 mi
Last recorded111,214 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS10 VMJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 111,214 miles

Central Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2024 96,929 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 27 Sep 2023 82,010 miles

Central Lower Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 67,607 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 56,763 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 56,334 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 55,007 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2020 55,007 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 53,407 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 53,407 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2018 51,696 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2018 51,696 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 50,157 miles

Offside Rear tyre heavily cracked in tread area

Fail 9 Jun 2017 50,157 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear tyre heavily cracked in tread area

Pass 10 Jun 2016 48,729 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 47,051 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 44,231 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 40,082 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 VMJ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 VMJ, 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 VMJ registered?

LS10 VMJ is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 June 2010.

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