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LT12 AUU

2012 Mercedes A160

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,894 mi
Last recorded51,894 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT12 AUU
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 51,894 miles

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

Fail 1 Apr 2026 51,894 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 48,393 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 47,385 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 Mar 2023 45,714 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2023 45,714 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2022 41,298 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 39,045 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 33,837 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 33,837 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 28,060 miles

Bootspace full obscuring some components.

Both rear tyres perishing.

Front brake discs slightly lipped.

Front brake pads wearing close to the wear sensor.

Nsr tyre at 2mm.

Osf tyre perishing.

Osr tyre at 2.8 mm.

Pass 31 May 2018 24,307 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre perished

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 17,531 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 13,728 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2016 13,728 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 6,650 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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LT12 AUU is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LT12 AUU, 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 LT12 AUU registered?

LT12 AUU is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is LT12 AUU safe to buy?

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