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MD14 LYC

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,355 mi
Last recorded109,355 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD14 LYC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2026 109,355 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2025 99,079 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2025 98,666 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 84,233 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2023 69,816 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 61,952 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 54,569 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 50,663 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 46,510 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 41,707 miles

all 4 tyres getting low

Pass 2 Oct 2017 27,624 miles

brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs are lipped (3.5.1n)

Fail 2 Oct 2017 27,624 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front washers (8.2.3)

brake disc modified but not seriously weakened Both front brake discs are lipped (3.5.1n)

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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MD14 LYC is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 MD14 LYC, 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 MD14 LYC registered?

MD14 LYC is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 21 August 2014.

Is MD14 LYC safe to buy?

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