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LK14 VFJ

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

94,747 mi
Last recorded94,747 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK14 VFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 94,747 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 92,551 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2024 90,167 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 87,751 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play dust covers are also perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play dust covers are also perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 85,764 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 84,255 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 84,255 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2020 82,899 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 4 Feb 2020 82,896 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Feb 2019 78,702 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2018 71,552 miles

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

covers fitted

Fail 3 Mar 2018 71,552 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

covers fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2017 63,861 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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LK14 VFJ is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LK14 VFJ, 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 LK14 VFJ?

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What year was LK14 VFJ registered?

LK14 VFJ is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 3 March 2014.

Is LK14 VFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK14 VFJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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