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LO08 BWP

2008 Mercedes A Class

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

111,978 mi
Last recorded111,978 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes A Class62,835 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO08 BWP
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 111,978 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2025 101,482 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 95,273 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2023 92,517 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 89,902 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 88,336 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2021 88,336 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2020 86,815 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 82,928 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 79,176 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 75,057 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 71,488 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 68,185 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 64,710 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 59,628 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 55,065 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 May 2011 48,800 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A Class?

Based on 2,156 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
5,153
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46
Brake pipe excessively corroded 44
Registration plate lamp not working 40
Stop lamp not working 39
coil spring broken 31
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LO08 BWP is a 2008 Mercedes 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 A Class models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 62,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes A Class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO08 BWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A Class typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes A Class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LO08 BWP registered?

LO08 BWP is a 2008 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is LO08 BWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO08 BWP 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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