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A19 ARK

2009 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

64,813 mi
Last recorded64,813 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class55,339 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 ARK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 64,813 miles

Bonnet pull defective

Central Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Sep 2025 64,812 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))

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

Bonnet pull defective

Central Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2025 64,308 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Bonnet pull deflective

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Axel 2 failure. Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides worn on edges, arm bush failure likely cause for excessive wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle underneath very dirty

Pass 4 Sep 2024 45,004 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 36,713 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2023 36,713 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2022 36,091 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 35,630 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 35,265 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 34,344 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 33,734 miles

Offside Front tyre perished

Fail 20 Feb 2018 33,721 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front tyre perished

Pass 15 Feb 2017 33,045 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Feb 2017 33,042 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 31,822 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2016 31,822 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded off side front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 30,240 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 27,443 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 27,443 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 22,915 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING ON OUTER SIDEWALLS

SLIGHT CONDENSATION IN NEARSIDE MIRROR REPEATER LENS

Fail 15 Jan 2013 22,911 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING ON OUTER SIDEWALLS

SLIGHT CONDENSATION IN NEARSIDE MIRROR REPEATER LENS

THORN IN NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE (OUTER SIDEWALL)

Pass 17 Jan 2012 18,576 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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A19 ARK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 A19 ARK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A19 ARK registered?

A19 ARK is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is A19 ARK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 ARK shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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