2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Petrol · KV12 BHX
2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, petrol). First registered 15 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 68,992 miles. MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,992 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KV12 BHX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2026
- 68,992 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KV12 BHX 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 (KV12 BHX) between October 2023 and October 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 October 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
KV12 BHX Mileage History
- 30/10/202362,108 mi
- 24/10/202464,328 mi+2,220 mi
- 24/10/202464,328 mi
- 23/10/202566,780 mi+2,452 mi
- 28/10/202668,992 mi+2,212 mi
Average of roughly 2,298 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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