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KP12 OCF

2012 Mercedes A160

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

44,866 mi
Last recorded44,866 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP12 OCF
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 44,866 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 41,948 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195.55.16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 27 Jul 2023 36,936 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2023 36,936 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 34,555 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Aug 2021 30,558 miles

Nearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2020 26,278 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 22,599 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2019 22,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jul 2018 17,364 miles

Advise both rear tyres perishing

Pass 17 Jul 2017 12,453 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 12,068 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 11,063 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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KP12 OCF is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KP12 OCF, 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 KP12 OCF registered?

KP12 OCF is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 25 April 2012.

Is KP12 OCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP12 OCF 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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