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MB54 CMS

2008 Mercedes A Class

Blue Petrol 2035cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

163,387 mi
Last recorded163,387 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mercedes A Class62,835 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMB54 CMS
MakeMercedes
ModelA Class
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,035cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 163,387 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 156,285 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 149,197 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 142,457 miles

all tyres have surface cracks to edges

Pass 7 May 2021 136,578 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 Jul 2019 126,721 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 120,563 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 115,168 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 103,208 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 100,042 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 7 May 2014 100,042 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 91,440 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 26 Apr 2012 79,157 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 79,157 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 57,860 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 57,857 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

front to rear brake pipes not seen

front to rear fuel lines not seen

fuel tank not seen

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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MB54 CMS is a 2008 Mercedes A Class in Blue with a 2,035cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MB54 CMS, 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.

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What year was MB54 CMS registered?

MB54 CMS is a 2008 Mercedes A Class, first registered on 1 May 2008.

Is MB54 CMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MB54 CMS shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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