MOT Status
ValidMileage
58,635 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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engine management light is on
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a nail in
Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Nearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance in mirror LED unit (1.4.A.2e)
Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Nearside Rear Tyre has a nail in
Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
incorrectly spaced number plates stored in boot compartment.
incorrectly spaced number plates stored in boot compartment.
How Reliable is the Mercedes A160?
Based on 4,209 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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NL12 VYF is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Brown with a 1,498cc petrol 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 NL12 VYF, 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
How do I check the history of NL12 VYF?
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What year was NL12 VYF registered?
NL12 VYF is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 22 March 2012.
Is NL12 VYF safe to buy?
The MOT history for NL12 VYF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does NL12 VYF have outstanding finance?
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