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AK12 RPO

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

28,536 mi
Last recorded28,536 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 RPO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 28,536 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 26,779 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 24 Apr 2025 26,778 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Apr 2024 24,914 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 22,960 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 20,978 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 18,355 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 16,773 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 15,296 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 12,799 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 10,152 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 7,694 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 5,517 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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AK12 RPO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 AK12 RPO, 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 AK12 RPO registered?

AK12 RPO is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is AK12 RPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 RPO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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