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LR12 KVF

2012 Mercedes A160

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

116,635 mi
Last recorded116,635 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR12 KVF
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2025 116,635 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 112,975 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 109,210 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 105,640 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 101,506 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 97,153 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 89,965 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2018 80,566 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 71,082 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 59,991 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 51,696 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 45,298 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

O/S/R tyre slightly deformed on inner tread

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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LR12 KVF 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 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 LR12 KVF, 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 LR12 KVF registered?

LR12 KVF is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 16 March 2012.

Is LR12 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR12 KVF 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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