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AU12 SFK

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

98,426 mi
Last recorded98,426 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU12 SFK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 98,426 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 89,956 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

nearside & offside front tyres - outer side wall damage

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

washer pump weak

Pass 1 Dec 2022 81,738 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 81,738 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 71,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm only, nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 63,470 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 55,689 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 45,611 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 34,540 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 34,540 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 32,248 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 32,248 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 27,855 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2015 21,658 miles

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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AU12 SFK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 AU12 SFK, 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

How do I check the history of AU12 SFK?

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What year was AU12 SFK registered?

AU12 SFK is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is AU12 SFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU12 SFK shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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