2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · RF14 AEA

This vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent test on 17 December 2025 at 89,564 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean MOT certificates, suggesting a vehicle that has been kept in a state of repair that meets minimum legal standards without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for a twelve year old car, averaging roughly 7,464 miles per year. The distance covered between the December 2022 test at 75,631 miles and the January 2024 test at 79,035 miles shows steady, moderate use. A slight increase in usage occurred between January 2025 and December 2025, where the odometer rose from 82,771 to 89,564 miles. This indicates the car has remained in active service rather than suffering from the degradation associated with long periods of standing. The absence of advisories or failures across the last four years is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests a proactive approach to maintenance. The record shows a failure and immediate pass on 3 January 2025 at 82,771 miles, though the lack of listed defects suggests this may have been a clerical error or a minor administrative issue rather than a mechanical failure. A physical inspection should still focus on age-related wear that MOT tests often overlook. I recommend checking the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing, as well as inspecting the brake discs for surface corrosion. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural rust on the underbody is prudent, even though the DVSA records show no structural integrity issues to date.