CarVerify

Free Car Check

A3 VMB

2009 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

39,393 mi
Last recorded39,393 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class55,339 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 VMB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 39,393 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 39,393 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2025 32,396 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 27,075 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 31 May 2023 21,082 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 May 2023 21,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 May 2022 14,858 miles

under tray fitted at time of test

Pass 27 May 2021 9,024 miles

outer walls cracking on all tyres require attention soon

Pass 22 May 2020 6,977 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 3,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlight lens slightly fading

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under vehicle covers fitted obscuring view to some items..

Pass 30 May 2018 3,016 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 2,938 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 2,796 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 2,532 miles

both rear brake discs corroded

Fail 29 May 2015 2,532 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

both rear brake discs corroded

nearside front tyre cracking / deteriorated

Pass 29 May 2014 2,233 miles

o/s/f, n/s/r, n/s/f tyres cracking

Fail 29 May 2014 2,233 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

o/s/f, n/s/r, n/s/f tyres cracking

Pass 29 May 2013 2,047 miles

all four tyres cracking-up on outer side wall

Pass 30 May 2012 1,803 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
Full Mercedes-benz A-class reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

A3 VMB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A3 VMB, 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

How do I check the history of A3 VMB?

You can check the full history of A3 VMB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A3 VMB registered?

A3 VMB is a 2009 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is A3 VMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 VMB shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 VMB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on A3 VMB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.