2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.6L Petrol · HV12 JBU
2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (1.6L, petrol). First registered 13 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 50,232 miles. MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,232 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- 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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HV12 JBU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2026
- 50,232 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
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HV12 JBU MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (HV12 JBU) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
HV12 JBU Mileage History
- 16/06/202244,429 mi
- 06/06/202345,757 mi+1,328 mi
- 18/06/202447,082 mi+1,325 mi
- 19/06/202549,093 mi+2,011 mi
- 08/06/202650,232 mi+1,139 mi
Average of roughly 1,459 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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