2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for B180 Blueefficiency models manufactured in 2012, based on 784 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency vintage page → (88.8% current pass rate)2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency MOT Analysis
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency has an MOT pass rate of 88.3% based on 784 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 25,680 miles on the odometer. With a 11.7% failure rate, the 2012 B180 Blueefficiency is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency is Tyres, responsible for 4.5% of failures. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs range from £50–200 per tyre. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment is the second most common issue at 2.6%. Suspension follows at 1.5%.
Top failures specific to 2012 models only. The overall B180 Blueefficiency page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.5% | 35 |
| 2 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 2.6% | 20 |
| 3 | Suspension | 1.5% | 12 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.1% | 9 |
| 5 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 0.5% | 4 |
| 6 | Driver's View Of The Road | 0.3% | 2 |
| 7 | Registration Plates And Vin | 0.3% | 2 |
| 8 | Non-component Advisories | 0.1% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 25,680 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyres | 1.74 | 4.5% | 35 |
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.99 | 2.6% | 20 |
| Suspension | 0.60 | 1.5% | 12 |
| Brakes | 0.45 | 1.1% | 9 |
| Seat Belts | 0.20 | 0.5% | 4 |
| Visibility | 0.10 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.10 | 0.3% | 2 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.05 | 0.1% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency has an MOT pass rate of 88.3% based on 784 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 25,680 miles on the odometer. With a 11.7% failure rate, the 2012 B180 Blueefficiency is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to tyres: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating. With relatively low average mileage of 25,680 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Tyres — 4.5% of failures
Tyres issues account for 4.5% of MOT failures on 2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency models. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 2.6% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 2.6% of MOT failures on 2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Suspension — 1.5% of failures
Suspension issues account for 1.5% of MOT failures on 2012 Mercedes-Benz B180 Blueefficiency models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.