2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 1.8L Diesel · RJ61 YCV
2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (1.8L, diesel). First registered 30 Jan 2012. Recorded mileage 97,176 miles. MOT expired on 17 Oct 2024.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 17 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,176 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RJ61 YCV Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/10/2023
- 97,176 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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RJ61 YCV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (RJ61 YCV) between October 2022 and October 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 October 2023 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: Windscreen (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.
RJ61 YCV Mileage History
- 12/10/202295,996 mi
- 12/10/202295,996 mi
- 19/10/202397,176 mi+1,180 mi
Average of roughly 1,159 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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