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AG12 JHU

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,974 mi
Last recorded136,974 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG12 JHU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2024 136,974 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2023 128,758 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 128,741 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe corroded where it goes into rear flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Brake pipe corroded where it goes into flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2022 116,107 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 101,228 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2021 101,228 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2019 90,290 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 79,575 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 70,535 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 57,999 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 44,781 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 32,312 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 16 Mar 2015 32,312 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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AG12 JHU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AG12 JHU, 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 AG12 JHU registered?

AG12 JHU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 28 March 2012.

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