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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,498 cc

LP08 XABMOT history

LP08 XAB is a grey petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 64,706 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

LP08 XAB grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
64,706 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 XAB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,498 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 XAB was last recorded at 64,706 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 4,775 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
59,931 miles · 2 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,775 miles
Average per year
3,799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,706 miles
  • 2025 – 59,931 miles
  • 2024 – 53,777 miles
  • 2023 – 49,697 miles
  • 2022 – 44,285 miles
  • 2021 – 41,773 miles
  • 2020 – 41,206 miles
  • 2019 – 40,327 miles
  • 2018 – 39,185 miles
  • 2017 – 35,489 miles
  • 2016 – 31,938 miles
  • 2015 – 26,923 miles
  • 2014 – 20,893 miles
  • 2013 – 16,189 miles
  • 2012 – 11,312 miles
  • 2011 – 7,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,706 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 19 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,706 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    64,706 miles
    Test number
    157518946097
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail64,706 miles (+4,775)2 dangerous1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,706 miles
    Test number
    118305268273
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass59,931 miles (+6,154)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    59,931 miles
    Test number
    996547212388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass53,777 miles (+4,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    53,777 miles
    Test number
    829652406749
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass49,697 miles (+5,412)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    49,697 miles
    Test number
    552865736999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass44,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    44,285 miles
    Test number
    427943046852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail44,285 miles (+2,512)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,285 miles
    Test number
    355699933176
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass41,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    41,773 miles
    Test number
    250722117609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail41,773 miles (+567)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,773 miles
    Test number
    678160983712
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass41,206 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    41,206 miles
    Test number
    897903720652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass40,327 miles (+1,142)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,327 miles
    Test number
    184184046277
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective splitting ends (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective ends splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass39,185 miles (+3,696)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    39,185 miles
    Test number
    141251418485
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass35,489 miles (+3,551)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,489 miles
    Test number
    657443711075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,938 miles (+5,015)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    31,938 miles
    Test number
    896022946989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,923 miles (+6,030)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    26,923 miles
    Test number
    258488605211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,893 miles (+4,704)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    20,893 miles
    Test number
    367032404407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,189 miles (+4,877)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    16,189 miles
    Test number
    105887513291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,312 miles (+3,410)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    11,312 miles
    Test number
    906622312270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass7,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    7,902 miles
    Test number
    886931131242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 XAB

Does LP08 XAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 XAB is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 XAB?
The MOT on LP08 XAB is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 XAB done?
LP08 XAB was recorded at 64,706 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 3,799 miles a year.
Has LP08 XAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 XAB has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 XAB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LP08 XAB find?
LP08 XAB passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: headlamp lens slightly defective both side; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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