CarVerify

Free Car Check

SA58 AJM

2012 Mercedes A160

Blue Petrol 1498cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

106,312 mi
Last recorded106,312 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSA58 AJM
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 106,312 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2025 101,113 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Mar 2025 101,113 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn smooth. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 92,142 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2024 92,142 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2023 82,320 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2023 82,320 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2022 73,215 miles

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

Fail 22 Mar 2022 73,215 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 63,164 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 58,132 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2020 58,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre size 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Tyre size 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2019 49,783 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 41,288 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 41,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre size 185/65/15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 37,161 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 37,161 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 30,757 miles

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 15,766 miles

Nearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

offside front bumper has edge insecure.

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
Full Mercedes A160 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SA58 AJM is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 SA58 AJM, 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 SA58 AJM?

You can check the full history of SA58 AJM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SA58 AJM registered?

SA58 AJM is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is SA58 AJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SA58 AJM shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SA58 AJM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SA58 AJM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.