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RE12 VKX

2012 Mercedes A160

Silver Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

53,076 mi
Last recorded53,076 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE12 VKX
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 53,076 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Covered in grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 53,076 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Covered in grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 48,526 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 46,571 miles

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

Fail 8 Mar 2024 46,571 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 41,754 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 35,789 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 30,818 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 26,725 miles

Covers fitted to vehicle

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

tested in wet condition

Fail 29 Feb 2020 26,708 miles

Offside Side repeater not working L.E.D unit (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Covers fitted to vehicle

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

tested in wet condition

Pass 11 Mar 2019 24,255 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 20,741 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 17,645 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has 2 cuts, NOT in excess of the requirements BUT STILL deep enough to reach the ply or cords

covers & trays fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2015 13,579 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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RE12 VKX is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Silver with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RE12 VKX, 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 RE12 VKX registered?

RE12 VKX is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is RE12 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE12 VKX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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