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AB12 DJB

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Grey Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,811 mi
Last recorded60,811 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB12 DJB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 60,811 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2024 59,086 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2023 56,785 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 53,743 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 49,071 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 43,260 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2020 43,260 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 39,976 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 34,454 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 34,419 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2017 28,318 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 22,771 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 17,494 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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AB12 DJB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Grey with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 AB12 DJB, 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

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What year was AB12 DJB registered?

AB12 DJB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is AB12 DJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB12 DJB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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