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P31 ULV

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Silver Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

87,419 mi
Last recorded87,419 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 ULV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 87,419 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 80,384 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 72,808 miles

Front antiroll bar link boots weeping grease

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jan 2023 72,807 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front antiroll bar link boots weeping grease

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 64,048 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner wall splitting close to canvas and advise replacing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 55,388 miles

Airbag warning light goes out but warning message on dash

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & small cut in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 46,483 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 15 Jan 2019 34,180 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 23,326 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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P31 ULV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Silver with a 1,461cc 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 P31 ULV, 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 P31 ULV registered?

P31 ULV is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 18 March 2014.

Is P31 ULV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P31 ULV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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