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SL10 AZM

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

118,543 mi
Last recorded118,543 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL10 AZM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 118,543 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 7 Sep 2022 118,445 miles

Exhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate inscription illegible Covered by rear wiper (0.1 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 108,564 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 108,564 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 101,101 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 93,881 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 87,766 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 81,661 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2016 75,411 miles

rear brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 9 Sep 2015 71,280 miles

brake pedal rubber slight worn

under tray trim damaged

winter tyres fitted

Fail 8 Sep 2015 71,280 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

brake pedal rubber slight worn

under tray trim damaged

winter tyres fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2014 62,353 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 47,048 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre tread

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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SL10 AZM is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,991cc 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 SL10 AZM, 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 SL10 AZM registered?

SL10 AZM is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 5 August 2010.

Is SL10 AZM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL10 AZM 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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