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A27 GYM

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,936 mi
Last recorded32,936 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA27 GYM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 32,936 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2025 30,877 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 29,674 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2023 26,342 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 26,340 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Rear of main (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 22,482 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2021 18,315 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 15,403 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2019 12,261 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 6,442 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 4,793 miles

all four tyres cracked but no cords expossed

Pass 12 Sep 2016 4,775 miles

front tyres starting to crack

Pass 15 Sep 2015 4,702 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 4,634 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 4,472 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 3,898 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 3,225 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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A27 GYM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 A27 GYM, 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

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What year was A27 GYM registered?

A27 GYM is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is A27 GYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A27 GYM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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