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EN61 PHX

2012 Mercedes A160

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,549 mi
Last recorded85,549 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN61 PHX
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 85,549 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 126,922 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2025 126,922 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 114,886 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2024 114,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2023 104,679 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 94,187 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 49,202 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 38,156 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 May 2019 38,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 48,491 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly perished/cracking on edges

Pass 22 Apr 2017 37,004 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 25,682 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 8,335 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 7,954 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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EN61 PHX is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EN61 PHX, 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 EN61 PHX registered?

EN61 PHX is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 27 January 2012.

Is EN61 PHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN61 PHX 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.

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