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OY14 VNM

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,174 mi
Last recorded86,174 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY14 VNM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 86,174 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2025 79,653 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slight cracking, both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing, both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

covers and shields fitted

Pass 30 Jan 2024 78,839 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

rear tyres perished/cracking

wipers smearing slightly

Pass 28 Dec 2022 77,306 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

rear tyres perished/cracking

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 28 Dec 2022 77,306 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

wipers smearing slightly

rear tyres perished/cracking

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

front tyres BALD ON EDGES

Pass 26 Jan 2022 76,808 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 75,199 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 68,039 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 61,871 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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OY14 VNM is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 OY14 VNM, 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 OY14 VNM registered?

OY14 VNM is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 4 April 2014.

Is OY14 VNM safe to buy?

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