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CE12 VCT

2012 Mercedes A160

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

51,225 mi
Last recorded51,225 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE12 VCT
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 51,225 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2024 49,803 miles

Fuel filler and breather pipes corroded

Pass 27 Oct 2023 47,550 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 43,636 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 37,799 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2019 35,881 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 35,863 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 35,863 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jul 2018 33,292 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 26,710 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 22,027 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 17,376 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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CE12 VCT is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Black 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 CE12 VCT, 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 CE12 VCT registered?

CE12 VCT is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is CE12 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE12 VCT 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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