2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Petrol · M23 MAO
2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2012. Recorded mileage 73,084 miles. MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Manchester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,084 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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M23 MAO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/09/2026
- 73,084 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
M23 MAO 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 (M23 MAO) between August 2022 and September 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
M23 MAO Mileage History
- 19/08/202265,116 mi
- 10/08/202366,593 mi+1,477 mi
- 05/09/202468,063 mi+1,470 mi
- 29/08/202570,089 mi+2,026 mi
- 30/09/202673,084 mi+2,995 mi
Average of roughly 1,936 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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