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SX62 BHV

2012 Mercedes-benz 220

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

167,651 mi
Last recorded167,651 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz 22082,505 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX62 BHV
MakeMercedes-benz
Model220
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 167,651 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2025 167,651 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Direction indicator not working mirror repeater inop (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 148,358 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Boarder line fail (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2023 130,869 miles

Nearside N/S Handbrake cable retainer broken

Offside Handbrake cable retainer missing

Fail 4 Jul 2023 130,744 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside N/S Handbrake cable retainer broken

Offside Handbrake cable retainer missing

Pass 7 Jul 2022 110,970 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable retainer defective (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable retainer defective (1.1.15 (a))

Fail 1 Jul 2022 110,757 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearmost arm of the 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Rear most arm of the 2 (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable retainer defective (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Handbrake cable retainer defective (1.1.15 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 92,799 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 91,439 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 70,590 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 59,876 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 47,896 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 38,981 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 30,451 miles

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
Full Mercedes-benz 220 reliability report

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SX62 BHV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 220 in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SX62 BHV, 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.

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What year was SX62 BHV registered?

SX62 BHV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz 220, first registered on 28 September 2012.

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