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FJ14 VXW

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,469 mi
Last recorded157,469 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ14 VXW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 157,469 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Sep 2026 157,469 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2025 148,970 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 139,370 miles

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

Offside Rear Semaphore indicator arm slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Undercover Fitted

Pass 25 Sep 2023 127,418 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 118,130 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 110,665 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 89,899 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2019 86,340 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 75,921 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 75,441 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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FJ14 VXW is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 FJ14 VXW, 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 FJ14 VXW registered?

FJ14 VXW is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 15 April 2014.

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The MOT history for FJ14 VXW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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