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AB08 DBH

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Gold Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

136,642 mi
Last recorded136,642 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 DBH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2017 136,642 miles

Rear Tyres perished

Underbody covers fitted

Fail 9 Oct 2017 136,523 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside Both (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Tyres perished

Underbody covers fitted

Pass 12 Oct 2016 112,386 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 89,876 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 89,825 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AB08 DBH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Gold with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AB08 DBH, 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 AB08 DBH?

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What year was AB08 DBH registered?

AB08 DBH is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is AB08 DBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 DBH shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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