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K7 MAL

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

196,225 mi
Last recorded196,225 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK7 MAL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 196,225 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2025 196,225 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2024 132,000 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2022 128,786 miles

engine, under and sill covers fitted

slight play in osf bottom ball joint

slight play in osf lower arm front bush

Fail 14 Dec 2022 128,771 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

engine, under and sill covers fitted

slight play in osf bottom ball joint

slight play in osf lower arm front bush

Pass 19 Nov 2021 127,875 miles

engine covers fitted

Fail 19 Nov 2021 127,871 miles

Position lamp not working nsf sidelight, dipped beam, main beam and drl inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

engine covers fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2020 113,356 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 99,242 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 80,921 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 80,921 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Deep cut in tread (4.1.D.1b)

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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K7 MAL 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 63.6%.

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 K7 MAL, 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 K7 MAL registered?

K7 MAL is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 28 November 2014.

Is K7 MAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K7 MAL shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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