2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.5L Petrol · RL05 RGL
2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.5L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2012. Recorded mileage 87,582 miles. MOT valid until 03/08/2027. Taxed until 01/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 03/08/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/12/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 87,582 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2012
- Engine
- 1498cc
AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
RL05 RGL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/08/2026
- 87,582 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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RL05 RGL Mileage History
- 07/06/202478,662 mi
- 08/09/202584,916 mi+6,254 mi
- 08/09/202584,916 mi
- 30/07/202687,582 mi+2,666 mi
- 05/08/202687,582 mi
Average of roughly 4,129 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RL05 RGL 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 (RL05 RGL) between June 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Central Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))”.
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