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SG12 ARB

2012 Mercedes-benz 220

Black Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

96,623 mi
Last recorded96,623 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 22082,505 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG12 ARB
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 96,623 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2024 94,560 miles

Engine cover and under fitted obscuring some areas

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2023 91,963 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 82,958 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 82,778 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength forward mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation at rear subframe (1.1.15 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 74,743 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 68,833 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 60,354 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 52,985 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2018 52,985 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 43,229 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 33,971 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 27,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads at front 90% worn (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corroded (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corroded (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads at rear 90% worn (3.5.1g)

both front tyre 's worn to zero on edges

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz 220?

Based on 33,471 MOT tests across 3,542 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
5,200
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
3,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,264
Brake pipe excessively corroded 944
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 428
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 412
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 328
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SG12 ARB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 220 in Black with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz 220 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 82,505 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz 220 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,264 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG12 ARB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz 220 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz 220 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SG12 ARB registered?

SG12 ARB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 31 December 2012.

Is SG12 ARB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG12 ARB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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