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A300 MEL

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

32,461 mi
Last recorded32,461 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA300 MEL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 32,461 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 23,235 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 16,101 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 14,554 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2021 13,746 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 12,569 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 11,115 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 9,540 miles

Offside Front tyre non runflat type

Pass 15 Mar 2017 7,748 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 7,736 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Mar 2016 6,048 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 4,519 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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A300 MEL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 A300 MEL, 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 A300 MEL?

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What year was A300 MEL registered?

A300 MEL is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 5 April 2012.

Is A300 MEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for A300 MEL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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