2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Diesel · KP08 HVO
2008 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 135,694 miles. MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 135,694 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KP08 HVO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
- 135,694 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KP08 HVO 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 (KP08 HVO) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
KP08 HVO Mileage History
- 19/07/2022128,159 mi
- 10/07/2023129,668 mi+1,509 mi
- 19/07/2024131,157 mi+1,489 mi
- 23/06/2025133,167 mi+2,010 mi
- 09/07/2026135,694 mi+2,527 mi
Average of roughly 1,897 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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