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BV12 OXE

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,923 mi
Last recorded150,923 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 OXE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 150,923 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 142,446 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2024 139,108 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2023 133,144 miles
Fail 19 May 2023 133,144 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 122,413 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 122,413 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 113,999 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2021 113,999 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 100,682 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 100,681 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 90,114 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 78,761 miles

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 39,817 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 36,255 miles

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 30,860 miles

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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BV12 OXE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BV12 OXE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV12 OXE?

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What year was BV12 OXE registered?

BV12 OXE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BV12 OXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 OXE shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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