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A6 XYG

2012 Mercedes-benz S-class

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

122,674 mi
Last recorded122,674 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz S-class68,298 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 XYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelS-class
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 122,674 miles

Undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 14 Jun 2024 120,315 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 120,311 miles

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 113,613 miles

Offside Front bumper and wing slightly damaged

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

Under tray fitted under engine not allowing full inspection of engine

Pass 24 Mar 2022 108,182 miles

Central Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2021 98,695 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 93,238 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 81,640 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 67,017 miles

manufactures under trays and engine covers on vehicle

Pass 23 Mar 2017 57,541 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 36,384 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 24,895 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz S-class?

Based on 692,220 MOT tests across 62,130 vehicles.

80.6%
Pass Rate
6,086
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
62,130
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,613
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,895
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 6,706
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 6,018
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,811
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A6 XYG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz S-class in White with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz S-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 68,298 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz S-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,613 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 XYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz S-class typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz S-class is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was A6 XYG registered?

A6 XYG is a 2012 Mercedes-benz S-class, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is A6 XYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A6 XYG 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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