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A5 GLS

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,809 mi
Last recorded89,809 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 GLS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2025 89,809 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195-55/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 72,193 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 51,982 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 44,032 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 43,971 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2020 43,839 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 43,264 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 41,911 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 39,625 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 36,086 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 32,174 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 28,761 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 25,651 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 22,645 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 17,799 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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A5 GLS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A5 GLS, 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 A5 GLS registered?

A5 GLS is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is A5 GLS safe to buy?

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