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A14 LOR

2008 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

43,454 mi
Last recorded43,454 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class58,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 LOR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 43,454 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded filler ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Feb 2025 41,661 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 39,717 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 36,520 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Jan 2022 32,644 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 32,643 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative broken (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

some discolouring of n/s/r brake disc/brake pads showing signs of getting hot

Pass 30 Oct 2020 29,660 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 26,744 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 21,926 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2018 21,925 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light wing mirror indicator slightly crack (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 21,144 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rears (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 24 Aug 2016 19,974 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 18,752 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Aug 2014 17,907 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 16,810 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 13,810 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 10,768 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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A14 LOR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 58,896 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 LOR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A14 LOR registered?

A14 LOR is a 2008 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is A14 LOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 LOR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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