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L11 PLV

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,624 mi
Last recorded97,624 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL11 PLV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 97,624 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 1 Apr 2025 88,584 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2025 88,564 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2024 86,100 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 83,086 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 76,496 miles

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

undertrays and sill covers fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 17 Sep 2021 68,689 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2020 64,146 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 58,528 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 58,526 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 53,847 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2018 53,820 miles

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

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users fuel around diesel filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 44,619 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 44,618 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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L11 PLV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in White 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 L11 PLV, 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 L11 PLV registered?

L11 PLV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 8 September 2014.

Is L11 PLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for L11 PLV 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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