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EX14 BFV

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,296 mi
Last recorded72,296 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX14 BFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 72,296 miles

engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 9 Jun 2026 72,296 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted friction pad, detached from back plate, jammed between caliper and disc (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 23 Jun 2025 71,061 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 69,603 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear heat shield loose

Pass 15 Sep 2023 63,997 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 58,402 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 40,795 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 40,795 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 35,444 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2020 35,365 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 31,241 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jan 2019 31,241 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 27,781 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2018 27,735 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2017 23,697 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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EX14 BFV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EX14 BFV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EX14 BFV?

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What year was EX14 BFV registered?

EX14 BFV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 14 March 2014.

Is EX14 BFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX14 BFV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX14 BFV have outstanding finance?

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