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FY14 SDZ

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

117,049 mi
Last recorded117,049 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY14 SDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 117,049 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2025 117,049 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Nov 2024 113,657 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2023 110,747 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 108,115 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside ()

engine covers and under tray fitted

Fail 16 Nov 2022 108,079 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside ()

engine covers and under tray fitted

Pass 12 Nov 2021 104,148 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2021 104,148 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2020 99,660 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 99,060 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under trays and engine covers fitted are obscuring some components

Pass 27 Apr 2019 87,329 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 79,716 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 79,716 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 71,443 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view replace glass asap (8.1.2a)

engine covers fitted

plastic sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some underside components

undertrays fitted

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 SDZ is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 SDZ, 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 FY14 SDZ registered?

FY14 SDZ is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 April 2014.

Is FY14 SDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY14 SDZ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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