MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A140L 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 ELEGANCE AUTO LWB
Buyer's Guide & Data from our Checks
The MERCEDES-BENZ A CLASS (1998-04) A140L 5DR HATCHBACK 1.4 ELEGANCE AUTO LWB is a small five-door hatchback, offering Mercedes-Benz comfort in a city-friendly shape. In the UK used-car market, it sits between ordinary small family hatchbacks and premium superminis, with an automatic gearbox and longer-wheelbase layout making it appealing to drivers who value easy access and a more spacious cabin.
mycarcheck.com records 126 checks covering 87 distinct VINs, a useful sample for this particular A140L. The data shows an average private-sale valuation of £700 and average recorded mileage of 70,000 miles; annual mileage averages 5,000. Cars checked had about four previous keepers on average, so condition and history deserve careful attention when viewing one.
Best for urban commuters and small households, it pairs an upright, distinctive shape with an automatic that eases stop-start trips. Its cabin feels roomier than rivals, but age makes a careful history and condition check important.
Considering a used Mercedes A-Class? Outstanding finance, write-offs, hidden damage, theft or mileage discrepancies can turn a bargain into a costly mistake. Enter the reg now and check before you buy.
Key Findings
The following statistics are drawn from our checks of 87 different vehicles, run between February 17th 2021 and September 30th 2026. These real-world insights provide context for this vehicle's place in the market, as well as its typical usage.
126
Lookups
Lookups
14
Hidden Histories
Hidden Histories
82k
Average Mileage
Average Mileage
£700
Average Valuation
Average Valuation
