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A12 OGD

2009 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,254 mi
Last recorded56,254 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class55,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 OGD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 56,254 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 45,962 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2024 45,962 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2023 35,279 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2023 35,235 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 24,329 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 23,704 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 23,704 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 23,334 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Oct 2020 23,334 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 22,390 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear seats folded at time of test

Pass 1 Oct 2018 20,323 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 17,947 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 15,528 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 13,393 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 11,359 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 9,447 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 7,509 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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A12 OGD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,992cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 55,339 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 A12 OGD, 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 17 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A12 OGD registered?

A12 OGD is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is A12 OGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 OGD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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