CarVerify

Free Car Check

DS12 PAS

2012 Mercedes A160

Grey Diesel 1991cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,926 mi
Last recorded49,926 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS12 PAS
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc
View full Mercedes A160 reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 49,926 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2024 44,990 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Jul 2023 40,713 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 26 Jul 2022 34,771 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipes ()

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 34,771 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel filler pipes ()

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

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear pipes slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 29,366 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 26,859 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 May 2019 23,953 miles

Rear Fuel hose corroded filler pipes to the tank (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 21,830 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 19,212 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 17,375 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall is starting to perish

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall is starting to perish

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall is starting to perish

Offside Rear tyre outer sidewall is starting to perish

Pass 12 May 2015 13,074 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
Full Mercedes A160 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DS12 PAS is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel 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 DS12 PAS, 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

How do I check the history of DS12 PAS?

You can check the full history of DS12 PAS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DS12 PAS registered?

DS12 PAS is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 28 May 2012.

Is DS12 PAS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS12 PAS 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.

Does DS12 PAS have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DS12 PAS. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.