2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class 2.1L Diesel · Y12 FAR
2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (2.1L, diesel). First registered 07 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 41,003 miles. MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,003 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y12 FAR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2026
- 41,003 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y12 FAR 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 2016 Mercedes-Benz B-Class (Y12 FAR) between August 2023 and September 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 September 2026 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: Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
Y12 FAR Mileage History
- 02/08/202312,919 mi
- 15/08/202420,657 mi+7,738 mi
- 15/08/202420,657 mi
- 23/09/202530,296 mi+9,639 mi
- 01/09/202641,003 mi+10,707 mi
Average of roughly 9,111 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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