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FN12 LNE

2012 Mercedes A160

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,541 mi
Last recorded76,541 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN12 LNE
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 76,541 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 73,999 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 70,384 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2023 67,332 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2022 63,824 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 58,175 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 51,599 miles

Rear both tyres have slight uneven tread wear

Pass 20 Mar 2019 47,785 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 42,452 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 23 Mar 2017 36,705 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 29,623 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 22,318 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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FN12 LNE is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FN12 LNE, 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.

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What year was FN12 LNE registered?

FN12 LNE is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 14 March 2012.

Is FN12 LNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN12 LNE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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