Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2012 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel 1461cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 56,788 miles on the clock, averaging 4,314 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for AB12 BOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,788 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,028 |
| Average per year | 4,314 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AB12 BOW |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1461cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AB — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About AB12 BOW
What car is AB12 BOW?
AB12 BOW is an blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1461cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2012.
What is the mileage of AB12 BOW?
The last recorded mileage for AB12 BOW was 56,788 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AB12 BOW passed its MOT?
AB12 BOW has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.
Is AB12 BOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AB12 BOW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AB12 BOW?
AB12 BOW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.