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CU12 AAX

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

174,721 mi
Last recorded174,721 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU12 AAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 174,721 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 166,885 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2022 164,935 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 161,582 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 155,907 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 151,412 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 146,547 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 146,547 miles

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

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

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 141,477 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 130,360 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 103,317 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 103,307 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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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CU12 AAX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CU12 AAX, 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

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What year was CU12 AAX registered?

CU12 AAX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is CU12 AAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU12 AAX shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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