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FY14 FBC

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

128,234 mi
Last recorded128,234 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY14 FBC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 128,234 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 128,232 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 122,808 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2025 122,755 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2024 115,396 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2024 115,389 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 Jun 2023 108,920 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 108,920 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all missing (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 95,670 miles

under trays fitted NOT allowing full inspection

Fail 20 Jun 2022 95,670 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

under trays fitted NOT allowing full inspection

Pass 12 Mar 2021 93,456 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 84,356 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 70,738 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 66,481 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Mar 2018 66,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 51,376 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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FY14 FBC is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 FY14 FBC, 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 FY14 FBC?

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What year was FY14 FBC registered?

FY14 FBC is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 March 2014.

Is FY14 FBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY14 FBC shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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