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Fitment on a used door lock mechanism varies by vehicle, so a bit of detail goes a long way. Our request form covers what breakers need to know, so every quote you get back is for the correct part:
No — the W169 (2004–2012) and W176 (2012–2018) are completely different generations with different door structures, so the lock mechanisms are not interchangeable. Always buy for your specific generation; quote your registration to the breaker so they can confirm the exact match.
Yes, this matters on the A-Class because the front door design differs between the 3-door and 5-door body styles, meaning the lock mechanisms are not the same part. Make sure you tell the breaker whether your car is a 3-door or 5-door when requesting a quote.
Absolutely — door lock mechanisms are side-specific, so a nearside (NS, passenger/left) unit will not fit an offside (OS, driver/right) door and vice versa. Always specify NS or OS clearly when contacting a breaker, and double-check against your own door before fitting.
Both fall within the same W176 generation, so there is a reasonable chance the lock mechanism carries over, but subtle changes can occur around a facelift refresh. Name the exact year and door position to your breaker and ask them to cross-reference the part number against your registration to be certain before you buy.
Trim level does not affect door lock mechanism fitment on the A-Class — the mechanism is determined by generation, body style (3-door or 5-door), and side (NS or OS), not whether the car is SE, Sport, or AMG Line. You may find cosmetic differences such as trim clips or interior door furniture, but the core lock mechanism itself is the same across trims for the same door position and body style.
A 2008 car falls within the W169 generation (2004–2012), and used mechanisms are generally available from breakers who dismantle these cars. Have your registration number, the door position (NS or OS), and confirmation of whether your car is a 3-door or 5-door ready when you request a quote, as all three details are needed to source the correct unit.