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EA14 VCV

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

138,724 mi
Last recorded138,724 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA14 VCV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 138,724 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 138,711 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Apr 2025 119,909 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 115,008 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 102,576 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 102,576 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2022 77,987 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 64,408 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 51,962 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 37,827 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 37,827 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted anti rattle shim bend (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2018 30,802 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front wiper blades smearing, suggest renew.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2018 30,802 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nail in tread also (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front wiper blades smearing, suggest renew.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 24,360 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened SLIGHTLY LIPPED. (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear TYRE CUTS TO SIDE WALL.

Rear Nail in tyre OFFSIDE AND NEARSIDE ()

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED/SMALL CRACK.

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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EA14 VCV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EA14 VCV, 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 EA14 VCV registered?

EA14 VCV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 May 2014.

Is EA14 VCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA14 VCV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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