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NL64 PYV

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL64 PYV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2026

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to offside (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended trapped behind seat and can not be used (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2025 105,297 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 105,282 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 102,755 miles

Horn control insecure horn steering wheel push button only works at certain angles ? (7.7 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps main beam headlamp slow to react to operate main beam (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Undertray not fully secure inner plastic wheel arch water shield panel loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Undertray not fully secure inner plastic wheel arch water shield panel damaged/loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2024 102,755 miles

Horn control insecure horn steering wheel push button only works at certain angles ? (7.7 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps main beam headlamp slow to react to operate main beam (4.1.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Undertray not fully secure inner plastic wheel arch water shield panel loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Undertray not fully secure inner plastic wheel arch water shield panel damaged/loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2024 102,615 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2023 93,936 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 93,936 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 81,238 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 58,579 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 45,258 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 39,198 miles

nearside rear tyre on 2mm

offside rear tyre on 3mm

Fail 29 Sep 2017 39,198 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside front tyre down to 2mm

nearside rear tyre on 2mm

offside rear tyre on 3mm

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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NL64 PYV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 NL64 PYV, 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 NL64 PYV registered?

NL64 PYV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 30 September 2014.

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