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YY12 UVP

2012 Mercedes-benz B-class

Blue Diesel 1796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,048 mi
Last recorded46,048 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class57,090 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY12 UVP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelB-class
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 46,048 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2025 43,964 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 41,850 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 39,697 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 36,301 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 36,301 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jun 2021 32,644 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 28,836 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 28,836 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 27,203 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 24,470 miles

Under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

Fail 13 Jun 2018 24,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Under-trays and outer Sill covers fitted.

Pass 27 Jun 2017 19,926 miles

all tyres cracking

nsf tyre has chunk missing but not to cord

Pass 19 Jul 2016 13,956 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 9,681 miles

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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YY12 UVP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class in Blue with a 1,796cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YY12 UVP, 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

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What year was YY12 UVP registered?

YY12 UVP is a 2012 Mercedes-benz B-class, first registered on 27 July 2012.

Is YY12 UVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YY12 UVP shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YY12 UVP have outstanding finance?

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