2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.6L Petrol · PN12 AED

The vehicle maintains a generally roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection in March 2026 at 32,070 miles with no recorded defects. While it failed on that same day due to a defective nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover, the fault was rectified immediately to secure a pass. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the vehicle has consistently passed its annual tests over the last three years, suggesting that the owner responds to mechanical failures before they escalate into persistent issues. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,300 miles per year. The record shows consistent, low-intensity usage, moving from 28,194 miles in 2020 to 32,070 miles in early 2026. This low mileage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber-based parts. The intervals between tests are remarkably regular, indicating the car has not been left stationary for long periods between use. A buyer should specifically inspect the suspension and braking components due to recurring issues noted in the history. The 2022 failure highlighted a front brake lagging in operation and dual anti-roll bar linkage failures, the latter of which reappeared in 2026. Given the low mileage, the inspector should check for seized brake calipers or perished rubber bushes that may have degraded from lack of movement. Additionally, the 2017 advisory regarding a cracked tyre sidewall suggests that the rubber may suffer from dry rot despite adequate tread depth, necessitating a thorough check of all four tyres for structural cracking.