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SP12 ZSZ

2012 Mercedes A160

Grey Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

50,800 mi
Last recorded50,800 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes A16041,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 ZSZ
MakeMercedes
ModelA160
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2026 50,800 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 48,159 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2025 48,159 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wing mirror loose

Pass 24 Apr 2024 42,860 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 35,840 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 29,556 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2021 23,321 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 23,261 miles

fuel filler neck showing corrosion

Fail 15 Feb 2021 23,261 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

fuel filler neck showing corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2020 23,019 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 21,755 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2018 20,265 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 19,261 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 17,503 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 16,944 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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SP12 ZSZ is a 2012 Mercedes A160 in Grey with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SP12 ZSZ, 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 SP12 ZSZ registered?

SP12 ZSZ is a 2012 Mercedes A160, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is SP12 ZSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 ZSZ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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