BG12 YFY

2012 MERCEDES-BENZ — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
MERCEDES-BENZ
Year
2012
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
2143 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Untaxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
20 November 2026 (159 days away)
Last recorded mileage
76,038 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 56/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2012 Mercedes-Benz has 15 MOT tests on record with a 73% pass rate and 76,038 miles. While it has a valid MOT, the high usage and past issues warrant a thorough inspection.

The vehicle shows high annual usage, averaging 15,703 miles per year, with a significant spike of 21,693 miles between Nov 2024 and Nov 2025.

Things to check

  • High mileage of 218,003 miles (Nov 2025) suggests heavy wear and tear.
  • Recurring brake advisories (Nov 2021, Nov 2025) indicate ongoing maintenance needs.
  • Recurring light advisories (Nov 2025) suggest a potential underlying electrical issue.
  • Turbo oil feed line seal leak and oil filter housing leak reported by community (2012-present) are significant potential future repairs.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 4 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until November 2026, providing immediate peace of mind.
  • No major structural failures or dangerous defects recorded in the MOT history.
  • Consistent high mileage suggests regular use and maintenance, potentially extending component life.

Mileage history

Apr 2015: 76,038 mi PASSApr 2015: 76,038 mi FAILMay 2016: 102,599 mi PASSMay 2017: 113,601 mi PASSMay 2018: 124,563 mi PASSMay 2019: 138,633 mi PASSNov 2020: 157,127 mi FAILNov 2020: 157,127 mi PASSNov 2021: 166,589 mi PASSNov 2022: 177,561 mi FAILNov 2022: 177,561 mi PASSNov 2023: 186,550 mi PASSNov 2024: 196,184 mi FAILNov 2024: 196,310 mi PASSNov 2025: 218,003 mi PASS218k147k76kApr 2015Nov 2025

MOT test history — 11/15 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Apr 2015 PASS 76,038 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
USER ENTERED Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
USER ENTERED wipers slightly deteriorated
Apr 2015 FAIL 76,038 mi
PRS Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
PRS Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
USER ENTERED Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
USER ENTERED wipers slightly deteriorated
May 2016 PASS 102,599 mi
ADVISORY engine cover and under tray fitted
May 2017 PASS 113,601 mi None recorded
May 2018 PASS 124,563 mi None recorded
May 2019 PASS 138,633 mi None recorded
Nov 2020 FAIL 157,127 mi
PRS Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
PRS Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Nov 2020 PASS 157,127 mi None recorded
Nov 2021 PASS 166,589 mi
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nov 2022 FAIL 177,561 mi
PRS Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
PRS Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nov 2022 PASS 177,561 mi None recorded
Nov 2023 PASS 186,550 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Nov 2024 FAIL 196,184 mi
MAJOR Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear/lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nov 2024 PASS 196,310 mi None recorded
Nov 2025 PASS 218,003 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BG12 YFY, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.