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AV12 LVH

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Purple Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,801 mi
Last recorded46,801 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV12 LVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourPurple
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 46,801 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2022 46,727 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault drivers seat buckle (7.1.6 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2021 45,742 miles

Bonnet cable release handle broken, but was still able to open bonnet as required at time of test.....

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 4 Oct 2021 45,742 miles

Bonnet cable release handle broken, but was still able to open bonnet as required at time of test.....

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 44,513 miles

Front Bonnet release handle broken, but still able to open with cable.

Offside Rear Handbrake reading low, but not inoperative.

Possible wear in brake servo vacuum pump....noisy when brake pedal pumped...

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 44,473 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Bonnet release handle broken, but still able to open with cable.

Offside Rear Handbrake reading low, but not inoperative.

Possible wear in brake servo vacuum pump....noisy when brake pedal pumped...

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 43,361 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 40,138 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 36,190 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 36,141 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 33,284 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 30,126 miles

small cut in n/s/f tyre sidewall

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?

Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
9,235
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
164,434
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 49,564
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 46,783
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 43,234
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37,987
Stop lamp not working 33,048
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AV12 LVH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Purple with a 2,098cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 113,200 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 49,564 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV12 LVH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vito typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 14 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV12 LVH registered?

AV12 LVH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AV12 LVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV12 LVH shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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