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BC09 CAT

2023 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

11,508 mi
Last recorded11,508 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC09 CAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2023
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 11,508 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2025 71,365 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 57,715 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 7 Mar 2023 45,630 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2023 45,598 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 32,046 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

low tyre pressure light on

Fail 18 Feb 2022 32,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

low tyre pressure light on

Pass 4 Mar 2021 17,957 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 17,957 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225 40 18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 7,554 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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BC09 CAT is a 2023 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BC09 CAT, 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 3 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BC09 CAT registered?

BC09 CAT is a 2023 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 19 September 2023.

Is BC09 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC09 CAT shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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