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J222 DAK

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,770 mi
Last recorded63,770 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ222 DAK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 63,770 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 49,944 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 47,582 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 41,136 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 35,288 miles
Fail 31 May 2022 35,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2021 32,056 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 32,056 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 26,609 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2020 26,609 miles

Windscreen washer not working X2 (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 23,237 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 23,237 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2018 20,819 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 15,888 miles

undertrays not allowing full inspection

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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J222 DAK is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 2,143cc 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 J222 DAK, 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 J222 DAK registered?

J222 DAK is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 29 September 2014.

Is J222 DAK safe to buy?

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