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VU10 TXY

2010 Mercedes A Class

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

98,326 mi
Last recorded98,326 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2024
Typical for 2010 Mercedes A Class46,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU10 TXY
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2024 98,326 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2024 97,908 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 90,137 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2023 90,137 miles

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

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

Offside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 82,991 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 82,991 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 75,010 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 75,010 miles

Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 67,930 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2019 67,930 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 63,232 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 53,655 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 45,425 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2016 45,425 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 37,669 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 31,426 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 28,469 miles

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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VU10 TXY is a 2010 Mercedes A Class in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 46,306 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 A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU10 TXY, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes A Class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU10 TXY registered?

VU10 TXY is a 2010 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 26 March 2010.

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