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V3 JFS

2012 Mercedes-benz 212

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,462 mi
Last recorded21,462 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV3 JFS
MakeMercedes-benz
Model212
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 21,462 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2026 21,349 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 20,415 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 19,549 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 18,410 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 17,392 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 16,618 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 24,875 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 23,010 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 12,698 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 212?

Based on 1,859 MOT tests across 210 vehicles.

67.2%
Pass Rate
5,433
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
210
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 174
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Registration plate lamp not working 68
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 65
Stop lamp not working 64
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V3 JFS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 212 in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 212 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 174 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V3 JFS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 212 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 212 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V3 JFS registered?

V3 JFS is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 212, first registered on 21 September 2012.

Is V3 JFS safe to buy?

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