2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Diesel · CP08 LKY
2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.0L, diesel). First registered 15 May 2008. Recorded mileage 47,436 miles. MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 13 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,436 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CP08 LKY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/07/2026
- 47,436 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CP08 LKY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (CP08 LKY) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))”.
CP08 LKY Mileage History
- 31/07/202444,933 mi
- 15/08/202444,953 mi+20 mi
- 04/08/202546,584 mi+1,631 mi
- 23/07/202647,436 mi+852 mi
- 27/07/202647,436 mi
Average of roughly 1,259 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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