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CB12 CAB

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests33 (25 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate75.8%

Mileage

188,902 mi
Last recorded188,902 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCB12 CAB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

25 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 188,902 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 177,339 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 173,974 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 173,688 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 173,680 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 166,673 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 166,673 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 159,314 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2022 159,314 miles

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 153,237 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 153,237 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction not current fault (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 146,752 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 146,752 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 143,549 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2021 143,549 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 133,559 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 125,196 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 124,767 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 121,309 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018
Pass 25 Sep 2017 115,142 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Apr 2017 111,334 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 105,676 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 99,134 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 94,347 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 94,347 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 91,198 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2014 83,302 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 83,302 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 69,204 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 50,706 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 50,706 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 36,300 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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CB12 CAB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 33 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CB12 CAB, 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 CB12 CAB registered?

CB12 CAB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is CB12 CAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CB12 CAB shows 33 tests with a 75.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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