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SL14 VBA

2014 Mercedes-benz 250

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

102,180 mi
Last recorded102,180 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz 25056,592 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL14 VBA
MakeMercedes-benz
Model250
Year2014
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2026 102,180 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 89,147 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 83,070 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view x3 very small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Jul 2023 72,737 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 62,360 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2021 56,439 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 26 Aug 2021 56,436 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut to cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 50,702 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Passenger Rear

Pass 27 Aug 2019 43,530 miles

both front tyres worn on outer of treads

Fail 24 Aug 2019 43,527 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

both front tyres worn on outer of treads

Pass 13 Aug 2018 34,530 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 27,573 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 250?

Based on 21,689 MOT tests across 3,055 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
2,936
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
3,055
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 875
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 715
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 666
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 525
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 458
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SL14 VBA is a 2014 Mercedes-benz 250 in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.4% with a typical mileage of 56,592 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 250 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 875 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL14 VBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz 250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SL14 VBA registered?

SL14 VBA is a 2014 Mercedes-benz 250, first registered on 8 July 2014.

Is SL14 VBA safe to buy?

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