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EF61 KWN

2012 Mercedes A160

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,198 mi
Last recorded65,198 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF61 KWN
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 65,198 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 63,099 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 63,099 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 61,130 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 61,119 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 58,520 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2022 56,594 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2022 56,594 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 53,376 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 48,836 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 41,692 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 39,009 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Bothside (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Feb 2017 35,247 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 31,623 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 24,024 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?

Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

78.7%
Pass Rate
4,315
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 52
Stop lamp not working 34
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
Registration plate lamp not working 24
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EF61 KWN is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes A160 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 41,382 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 A160 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 52 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF61 KWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes A160 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes A160 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EF61 KWN registered?

EF61 KWN is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is EF61 KWN safe to buy?

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