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SW10 CAL

2010 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,587 mi
Last recorded59,587 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class52,111 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW10 CAL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 59,587 miles

handbbrake travel needs adjusment

Pass 7 Dec 2022 57,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

hand brake travel high

Pass 7 Dec 2021 55,794 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 53,498 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 52,029 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 49,488 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Dec 2017 46,862 miles

offside headlamp poor beam pattern

Fail 8 Dec 2017 46,834 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

nearside door mirror insecure

offside headlamp poor beam pattern

Pass 15 Dec 2016 43,735 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 Dec 2016 43,710 miles

Front registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2015 40,599 miles

nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 9 Dec 2015 40,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Dec 2014 36,601 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 33,909 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 31,032 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 30,960 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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SW10 CAL is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SW10 CAL, 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 SW10 CAL?

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What year was SW10 CAL registered?

SW10 CAL is a 2010 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 March 2010.

Is SW10 CAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW10 CAL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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