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OO55 RAT

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,998 mi
Last recorded122,998 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOO55 RAT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 122,998 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2026 122,998 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Power steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Mar 2025 117,145 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 110,280 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 103,003 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2023 103,003 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2022 93,441 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 93,441 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 92,833 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 91,759 miles

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

Fail 11 Sep 2020 91,759 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2019 90,421 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 89,000 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 89,000 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 56,507 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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OO55 RAT is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 OO55 RAT, 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 OO55 RAT registered?

OO55 RAT is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 11 September 2014.

Is OO55 RAT safe to buy?

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