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AA12 WBA

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

98,107 mi
Last recorded98,107 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA12 WBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 98,107 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2025 94,614 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2025 94,614 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2024 90,326 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 86,009 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 81,807 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 77,429 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 71,004 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 63,596 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 52,277 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 48,720 miles

engine cover & under-trays fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2017 47,546 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 38,414 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 31,530 miles

Nearside Front steering rack inner joint slight play

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front steering rack inner joint slight play

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 24 Nov 2015 31,530 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front steering rack inner joint slight play

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front steering rack inner joint slight play

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

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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AA12 WBA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AA12 WBA, 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.

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What year was AA12 WBA registered?

AA12 WBA is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 November 2012.

Is AA12 WBA safe to buy?

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