2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.1L Diesel · SH14 JVW
2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.1L, diesel). First registered 27 Aug 2014. Recorded mileage 105,852 miles. MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2014 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,852 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SH14 JVW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2026
- 105,852 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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SH14 JVW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2014 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (SH14 JVW) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
SH14 JVW Mileage History
- 09/02/202494,265 mi
- 09/02/202494,265 mi
- 03/02/2025100,195 mi+5,930 mi
- 02/02/2026105,852 mi+5,657 mi
- 02/02/2026105,852 mi
Average of roughly 5,845 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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