2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.8L Diesel · P13 MBC
2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (1.8L, diesel). First registered 17 Apr 2012. Recorded mileage 70,219 miles. MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,219 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P13 MBC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
- 70,219 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P13 MBC 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 B-Class (P13 MBC) between May 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 18 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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.
P13 MBC Mileage History
- 10/05/202249,865 mi
- 11/05/202357,140 mi+7,275 mi
- 09/08/202462,051 mi+4,911 mi
- 06/08/202565,648 mi+3,597 mi
- 21/08/202670,219 mi+4,571 mi
Average of roughly 4,754 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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