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8984 NB

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

39,751 mi
Last recorded39,751 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8984 NB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 39,751 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2024 38,162 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 36,109 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2022 32,866 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 26 Oct 2021 29,156 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 27 Oct 2020 27,737 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 27,341 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 26,733 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 24,754 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 23,535 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 22,676 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 21,210 miles

n/s o/s/f o/s/r tyres perished

Pass 24 Oct 2013 19,151 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Oct 2013 19,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Oct 2012 17,245 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 17,245 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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8984 NB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 8984 NB, 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 8984 NB registered?

8984 NB is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 9 December 2008.

Is 8984 NB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8984 NB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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