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A12 JUU

2012 Mercedes-benz A-class

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

74,493 mi
Last recorded74,493 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz A-class48,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 JUU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 74,493 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2025 74,491 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 71,316 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2024 71,313 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2023 66,789 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 61,879 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 56,321 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 51,714 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 47,818 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 43,112 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 43,111 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2017 37,484 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2016 31,735 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 26,696 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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A12 JUU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz A-class in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 48,129 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 A12 JUU, 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 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A12 JUU registered?

A12 JUU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 23 March 2012.

Is A12 JUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 JUU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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