CarVerify

Free Car Check

JLZ 4085

2002 Mercedes 814

White Diesel 4250cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,787 mi
Last recorded102,787 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mercedes 81493,790 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLZ 4085
MakeMercedes
Model814
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine4,250cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 102,787 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 70,484 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 49,579 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 49,402 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 47,309 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 41,548 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 45,121 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 37,174 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 37,062 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes 814?

Based on 2,035 MOT tests across 258 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
6,960
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
258
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Statutory seat belt missing 32
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 20
Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
Full Mercedes 814 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

JLZ 4085 is a 2002 Mercedes 814 in White with a 4,250cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes 814 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 93,790 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 814 fails its MOT is statutory seat belt missing, accounting for 32 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JLZ 4085, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes 814 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes 814 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JLZ 4085?

You can check the full history of JLZ 4085 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was JLZ 4085 registered?

JLZ 4085 is a 2002 Mercedes 814, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is JLZ 4085 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLZ 4085 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does JLZ 4085 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on JLZ 4085. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.