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AA08 CZL

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,531 mi
Last recorded39,531 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 CZL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 39,531 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 38,688 miles

Rear springs starting to corrode

Pass 2 Oct 2023 37,440 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 36,634 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 35,554 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2021 35,554 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 34,622 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 32,829 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 31,344 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking on edges

Offside Front tyre cracking on edges

Pass 13 Jun 2017 28,942 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 26,797 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 23,827 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 21,028 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 18,013 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 14,647 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 10,880 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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AA08 CZL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AA08 CZL, 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 AA08 CZL?

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What year was AA08 CZL registered?

AA08 CZL is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is AA08 CZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 CZL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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