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AF12 UUE

2012 Mercedes-benz A-class

White Diesel 1992cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

50,496 mi
Last recorded50,496 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz A-class48,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 UUE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,992cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 50,496 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2024 46,728 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 43,062 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 41,258 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 41,258 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted Pad material detached from back plate (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2021 38,225 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 36,789 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

upper & lower covers fitted, some parts not visible

Pass 27 Sep 2019 36,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge & damage to inner sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

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

upper & lower covers fitted, some parts not visible

Pass 9 Oct 2018 34,865 miles

Manufactures covers fitted at time of test

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

Pass 11 Oct 2017 33,308 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 30,421 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 30,421 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 26,600 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 22,429 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AF12 UUE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz A-class in White with a 1,992cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF12 UUE, 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

How do I check the history of AF12 UUE?

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What year was AF12 UUE registered?

AF12 UUE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is AF12 UUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 UUE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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