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NV10 FVU

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,984 mi
Last recorded97,984 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV10 FVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 97,984 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside service brake slightly lagging in operation (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear tyre slightly wearing unevenly on inner edge

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear fuel tank filler pipes corroded

Offside side repeater light output slightly reduced

Pass 19 Dec 2024 86,960 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 86,945 miles

Offside Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Oct 2023 83,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

nearside front wheel rim dented

Fail 18 Oct 2023 83,165 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

nearside front wheel rim dented

Pass 18 Oct 2022 77,282 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 71,117 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 71,117 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 65,085 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 62,440 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 62,439 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2019 61,070 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs corroded, O/S Rear outer face more than the others (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Undertray fitted covering most of vehicle

Pass 24 Mar 2018 57,922 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2017 52,167 miles

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

slight corrosion on most brake pipes

Fail 4 Jul 2017 52,167 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

slight corrosion on most brake pipes

Pass 13 Jun 2016 46,234 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 46,126 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 May 2015 38,953 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 29,758 miles

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 14 May 2013 17,849 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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NV10 FVU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 NV10 FVU, 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 NV10 FVU?

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What year was NV10 FVU registered?

NV10 FVU is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 June 2010.

Is NV10 FVU safe to buy?

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