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PM05 GEM

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 1461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,203 mi
Last recorded116,203 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPM05 GEM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,461cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 116,203 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2026 116,201 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40R18 92W (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/40R18 92W (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Mar 2025 95,117 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing feathered inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing feathered inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 95,117 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing feathered inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing feathered inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 92,689 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 89,879 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 89,879 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 87,871 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 87,871 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 83,980 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 75,825 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 59,172 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

rear tyres misshaped

Pass 24 Mar 2018 41,792 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

eng light on

Pass 20 Mar 2017 30,157 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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PM05 GEM is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 1,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PM05 GEM, 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 PM05 GEM registered?

PM05 GEM is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 26 March 2014.

Is PM05 GEM safe to buy?

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