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LV10 JZU

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

162,902 mi
Last recorded162,902 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV10 JZU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2026 162,902 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2025 159,139 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2025 159,139 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 151,556 miles

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

undertrays fitted at the time of the test

Fail 22 Jul 2024 151,556 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

undertrays fitted at the time of the test

Pass 22 Jul 2023 143,177 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2023 143,177 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 136,745 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 131,794 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 127,224 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 125,357 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 125,356 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 118,626 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Bumper slightly insecure but unlikely to become detached

rear seat cover removed in order to inspect the seat belts

run flat indicator giving warning loss of tyre pressure

Fail 30 Jul 2018 118,595 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low aiming incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Bumper slightly insecure but unlikely to become detached

rear seat cover removed in order to inspect the seat belts

run flat indicator giving warning loss of tyre pressure

Pass 31 Jul 2017 110,309 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2017 110,309 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 100,832 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 100,832 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit flat spots to inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Jun 2015 89,304 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

air filter box not fully fitted

Pass 25 Jun 2015 89,304 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

air filter box not fully fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2014 79,560 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 58,095 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LV10 JZU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LV10 JZU, 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

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What year was LV10 JZU registered?

LV10 JZU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 7 May 2010.

Is LV10 JZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV10 JZU shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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