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VK61 WSX

2011 Mercedes A Class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,657 mi
Last recorded31,657 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes A Class43,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK61 WSX
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 31,657 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 30,404 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 29,517 miles

Nearside Rear 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))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2022 28,266 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2022 28,266 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 26,922 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2020 25,229 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear steel brake pipes starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 25,229 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear steel brake pipes starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 23,491 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 21,265 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2017 19,576 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perished in treads

Offside Rear Tyre perished in treads

Pass 30 Sep 2016 16,767 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 13,074 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 9,923 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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VK61 WSX is a 2011 Mercedes A Class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 43,624 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK61 WSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 15 years old, this Mercedes A Class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VK61 WSX?

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What year was VK61 WSX registered?

VK61 WSX is a 2011 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is VK61 WSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK61 WSX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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