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KV14 BDU

2014 Mercedes-benz C

Red Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

251,245 mi
Last recorded251,245 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz C62,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV14 BDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2014
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2026 251,245 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2025 236,232 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips 0/S & N/S (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2024 214,711 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil mist at intercooler connections (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2023 199,079 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front screen stone chip

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2022 180,498 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front stoene chips on w.screen

Pass 4 Nov 2021 165,061 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2020 144,152 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside stone chip on screen

Pass 21 Oct 2019 127,799 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 103,180 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted

Fail 22 Oct 2018 102,792 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 7 Oct 2017 78,791 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 48,608 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 48,608 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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KV14 BDU is a 2014 Mercedes-benz C in Red with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 62,781 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KV14 BDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV14 BDU registered?

KV14 BDU is a 2014 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 18 March 2014.

Is KV14 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV14 BDU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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