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A13 FCG

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Red Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

93,172 mi
Last recorded93,172 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 FCG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 93,172 miles
Pass 5 May 2025 84,404 miles
Fail 5 May 2025 84,401 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 May 2024 75,094 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 64,621 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 54,771 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 52,481 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 48,994 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 42,243 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 39,413 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 36,656 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 34,234 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 28,976 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz B-class?

Based on 984,871 MOT tests across 77,700 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
5,590
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
77,700
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,159
coil spring broken 5,250
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A13 FCG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Red with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 57,090 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz B-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 FCG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz B-class typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz B-class is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A13 FCG?

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What year was A13 FCG registered?

A13 FCG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 21 March 2012.

Is A13 FCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 FCG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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