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A10 RSH

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Petrol 1699cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

65,201 mi
Last recorded65,201 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA10 RSH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,699cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 65,201 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All brake hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 65,201 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake hose slightly deteriorated All brake hoses perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 63,024 miles

Offside Front headlamp bracket temporary repaired

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 63,024 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front headlamp bracket temporary repaired

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 60,815 miles

offside head temporary repaired

Pass 21 Oct 2021 59,054 miles

Offside Front headlamp temporary repaired

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))

tpms light on

Fail 21 Oct 2021 59,054 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front headlamp temporary repaired

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack (3.2 (a) (i))

tpms light on

Pass 9 Sep 2020 58,723 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 58,723 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 57,145 miles

Offside Front headlamp top bracket broken but headlamp secure

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and has screw in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip zone b (3.2 (a) (i))

outer sill and underbody covers fitted

outer sill and underbody covers fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2018 50,021 miles

outer sill and underbody covers fitted

stone chip to screen

Pass 21 Jun 2017 44,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 36,207 miles

underside covered

Fail 23 Jun 2016 36,207 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

underside covered

Pass 3 Apr 2015 31,044 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 26,889 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

rear brake discs faces corroded

unable to see inner front and rear pads advise brake check

Pass 17 Sep 2012 15,726 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 8,088 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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A10 RSH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,699cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 A10 RSH, 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 A10 RSH registered?

A10 RSH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is A10 RSH safe to buy?

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