2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.6L Petrol · J23 YAU
2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (1.6L, petrol). First registered 17 Dec 2012. MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J23 YAU Key Findings
- No MOT test records found for this registration
- MOT expired on 15/10/2026
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MOT Status
No MOT history available
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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