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DV14 BUO

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

142,380 mi
Last recorded142,380 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV14 BUO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 142,380 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer wheel rim damaged

Fail 8 Aug 2023 142,345 miles

Rear Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer wheel rim damaged

Pass 4 May 2022 131,050 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 May 2021 119,632 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 119,632 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Nov 2019 99,675 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 56,189 miles

battery cover fitted

emissions 0.00

engine covers fitted

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 May 2017 53,618 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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DV14 BUO is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DV14 BUO, 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 DV14 BUO registered?

DV14 BUO is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 March 2014.

Is DV14 BUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV14 BUO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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