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AO62 YLX

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Black Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,870 mi
Last recorded80,870 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO62 YLX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 80,870 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 74,488 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 63,835 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and offside. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 60,545 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 58,198 miles

small chip in windscreen

Pass 24 Dec 2020 54,653 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2019 51,467 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2018 42,293 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2018 42,293 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 33,759 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2017 33,759 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2016 28,484 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 25,160 miles

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

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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AO62 YLX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Black 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 AO62 YLX, 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 AO62 YLX registered?

AO62 YLX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 20 December 2012.

Is AO62 YLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO62 YLX 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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