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HJ12 PZC

2012 Mercedes A160

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

60,016 mi
Last recorded60,016 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 PZC
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 60,016 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2025 58,268 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective torn on end (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 56,587 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 56,587 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2023 54,791 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 52,414 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 51,085 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 49,197 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2020 49,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 28 Feb 2019 38,630 miles

o/s/r tire beginning to perish and crack

Fail 28 Feb 2019 38,630 miles

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

o/s/r tire beginning to perish and crack

Pass 23 Feb 2018 34,844 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn inner and outer edges bold

Nearside Front tyre worn to 3mm

Offside Front tyre worn inner and outer edges bold

Pass 24 Feb 2017 30,309 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 27,276 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 21,306 miles

rear wiper split and smearing screen

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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HJ12 PZC is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel 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 HJ12 PZC, 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 HJ12 PZC registered?

HJ12 PZC is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 1 March 2012.

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