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BB14 SAM

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

44,223 mi
Last recorded44,223 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBB14 SAM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 44,223 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2025 44,223 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 42,826 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 2 Dec 2024 42,826 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. both (4.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Nov 2023 41,683 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 40,503 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged and low on tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 40,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged and low on tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 39,082 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 36,917 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Nov 2019 33,160 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 33,160 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2018 29,108 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 24,981 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre sidewall slight damage

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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BB14 SAM is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 61,261 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BB14 SAM, 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 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BB14 SAM registered?

BB14 SAM is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 December 2014.

Is BB14 SAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BB14 SAM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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