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AK62 HXS

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,408 mi
Last recorded91,408 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 HXS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 91,408 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 79,427 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 11 Dec 2018 79,425 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Dec 2017 68,375 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Dec 2016 49,915 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Oct 2015 35,702 miles

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

Front wipers worn

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Inner edge of tyre worn unevenly

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front tyre cracking

Fail 14 Oct 2015 35,702 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Front wipers worn

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Inner edge of tyre worn unevenly

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front tyre cracking

Offside Rear Inner tyre worn unevenly

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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AK62 HXS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AK62 HXS, 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 AK62 HXS registered?

AK62 HXS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 23 October 2012.

Is AK62 HXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 HXS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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