2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 2.0L Diesel · HG61 XVT
2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (2.0L, diesel). First registered 10 Feb 2012. Recorded mileage 69,975 miles. MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,975 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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HG61 XVT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 18/02/2026
- 69,975 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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HG61 XVT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (HG61 XVT) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 18 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
HG61 XVT Mileage History
- 15/02/202356,131 mi
- 19/02/202460,148 mi+4,017 mi
- 20/02/202460,181 mi+33 mi
- 27/01/202563,483 mi+3,302 mi
- 18/02/202669,975 mi+6,492 mi
Average of roughly 4,601 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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