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MW61 JWU

2012 Mercedes A160

Black Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

92,354 mi
Last recorded92,354 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW61 JWU
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2025 92,354 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 89,988 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2025 89,988 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment excessive travel on lever (1.1.6 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2024 87,102 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 83,616 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2023 83,481 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 75,325 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2022 75,312 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 68,610 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 60,162 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 50,271 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2018 29,276 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 36,800 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 29,744 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 21,907 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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MW61 JWU is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Black with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MW61 JWU, 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 MW61 JWU registered?

MW61 JWU is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is MW61 JWU safe to buy?

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