2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.8L Diesel · NJ12 BVZ
2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (1.8L, diesel). First registered 29 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 66,295 miles. MOT expired on 31 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 66,295 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NJ12 BVZ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/11/2025
- 66,295 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
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NJ12 BVZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (NJ12 BVZ) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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.
NJ12 BVZ Mileage History
- 04/11/202250,891 mi
- 17/11/202355,575 mi+4,684 mi
- 28/01/202562,521 mi+6,946 mi
- 01/11/202566,295 mi+3,774 mi
Average of roughly 5,147 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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