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PL10 EMF

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

122,014 mi
Last recorded122,014 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL10 EMF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2024 122,014 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to rears,x4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly and componenets both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded ,both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle and components both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both,sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

UNDRTRAYS AND COVERS FITTED.

fuel tank corroded

Fail 12 Jan 2024 122,014 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to rears,x4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly and componenets both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded ,both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle and components both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both,sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust outer skin corroded

UNDRTRAYS AND COVERS FITTED.

fuel tank corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2021 121,811 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S AND O/S CORROSION ON FACES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S AND O/S CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 120,319 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 120,313 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 115,280 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2018 89,586 miles

Exhaust system rusty and weak.

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

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

Vehicle too clean for smoke test.

Pass 20 Jul 2017 59,168 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 59,168 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2016 41,013 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 31,098 miles

advise nearside rear brake disc slightly scored

Pass 17 Jul 2014 25,843 miles

both rear tyres are cracking in tread pattern

Pass 17 Jul 2013 21,933 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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PL10 EMF is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PL10 EMF, 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 PL10 EMF registered?

PL10 EMF is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 July 2010.

Is PL10 EMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL10 EMF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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