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R21 PLG

2014 Mercedes-benz A-class

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

68,055 mi
Last recorded68,055 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class61,261 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR21 PLG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 68,055 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 62,733 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2025 62,733 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 56,765 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2024 56,765 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 49,871 miles

Covers fitted obstructing view of certain components

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 41,920 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2021 34,678 miles

Covers fit to the underside of vehicle obstructing view of certain components

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs slightly pitted on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 26,406 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 25,988 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2020 25,988 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 22,746 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2018 18,986 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 14,889 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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R21 PLG is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R21 PLG, 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 R21 PLG registered?

R21 PLG is a 2014 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 September 2014.

Is R21 PLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R21 PLG shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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