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A12 LEN

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

52,125 mi
Last recorded52,125 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 LEN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 52,125 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2025 52,125 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2024 50,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 48,748 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 46,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 43,693 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 40,850 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 30,496 miles

offside front brake showing signs of overheating

under-tray fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Apr 2018 21,406 miles

nearside and offside rear tyre treads perished

Fail 6 Apr 2018 21,384 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

nearside and offside rear tyre treads perished

Pass 28 Apr 2017 18,651 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 18,651 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 13,975 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 12,855 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 12,855 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2014 11,088 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 9,098 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 May 2012 7,502 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 5,366 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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A12 LEN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 A12 LEN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A12 LEN?

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What year was A12 LEN registered?

A12 LEN is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is A12 LEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 LEN 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.

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