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200 RG

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

46,792 mi
Last recorded46,792 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration200 RG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 46,792 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Nov 2024 42,225 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 38,772 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 36,739 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 35,188 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 33,733 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 32,284 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump stop worn (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective rear wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2020 32,284 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bump stop worn (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective rear wiper split (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2019 30,159 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 27,820 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 27,820 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2017 25,389 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 21,629 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 18,179 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 15,862 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 15,862 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 13,840 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 10,385 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 8,530 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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200 RG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 58,896 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 200 RG, 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 18 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 200 RG registered?

200 RG is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is 200 RG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 200 RG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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