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KV12 BGF

2012 Mercedes A160

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,581 mi
Last recorded39,581 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV12 BGF
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 39,581 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2025 39,581 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 33,711 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 29,660 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 27,031 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 24,454 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 21,264 miles

Nearside front repeater light damaged

Pass 12 Mar 2019 21,096 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 18,882 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 17,953 miles

under trays fitted obscuring some componets

Pass 24 Feb 2016 16,675 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2015 15,007 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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KV12 BGF is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 KV12 BGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KV12 BGF registered?

KV12 BGF is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is KV12 BGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV12 BGF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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