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LY63 BYC

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

84,773 mi
Last recorded84,773 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY63 BYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 84,773 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2025 81,471 miles

Nearside Front wheel arch headlight covers missing

Offside Front wheel arch headlamp covers missing

Fail 17 Mar 2025 81,471 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front wheel arch headlight covers missing

Offside Front wheel arch headlamp covers missing

Pass 25 Mar 2024 75,310 miles

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Mar 2023 70,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns and os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin ns and os (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 65,158 miles

exhaust heatshield loose

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Fail 15 Mar 2022 65,156 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))

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

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 26 Mar 2021 57,654 miles

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Fail 26 Mar 2021 57,654 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Pass 13 Mar 2020 48,316 miles

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 21 Mar 2019 38,507 miles

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

covers fitted to engine and underside of vehicle

Pass 23 Mar 2018 27,555 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 17,412 miles

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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LY63 BYC is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black 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 LY63 BYC, 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

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What year was LY63 BYC registered?

LY63 BYC is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 31 January 2014.

Is LY63 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY63 BYC 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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