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A14 MVN

2002 Mercedes-benz A-class

Blue Petrol 1397cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

89,187 mi
Last recorded89,187 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class64,608 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 MVN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,397cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2014 89,187 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 89,185 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

EML on

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2012 86,863 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 30 Oct 2012 86,863 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2011 81,919 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2011 81,919 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2010 77,003 miles

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

offside rear tyre is punctured.

Pass 28 Oct 2009 71,889 miles

inboard nearside front wheel rim is damaged.

Pass 8 Nov 2008 65,441 miles

both front wiper blades worn

part of dash lighting notworking

Pass 10 Nov 2007 59,702 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 55,652 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 52,509 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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A14 MVN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class in Blue with a 1,397cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 64,608 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 A14 MVN, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A14 MVN?

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What year was A14 MVN registered?

A14 MVN is a 2002 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is A14 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 MVN shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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