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KY14 VJC

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

99,219 mi
Last recorded99,219 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY14 VJC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 99,219 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 93,195 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 92,935 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2024 89,291 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 89,283 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2023 82,538 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2022 73,864 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the limit change a.s.a.p (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 65,100 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 60,572 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2019 50,450 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 40,005 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2018 40,005 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps no/ plate lamp inop. (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 30,199 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 10 Mar 2017 30,169 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KY14 VJC is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,796cc 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 KY14 VJC, 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 KY14 VJC?

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What year was KY14 VJC registered?

KY14 VJC is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 12 March 2014.

Is KY14 VJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY14 VJC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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