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DF12 BJX

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

183,974 mi
Last recorded183,974 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 BJX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 183,974 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2024 181,584 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2024 181,584 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2023 179,300 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2023 179,300 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 177,051 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2022 177,051 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 175,153 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 175,153 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 173,080 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 173,080 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 158,480 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 158,477 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel handbrake (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2017 128,112 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 108,510 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 81,636 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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DF12 BJX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 DF12 BJX, 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 DF12 BJX registered?

DF12 BJX is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 July 2012.

Is DF12 BJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF12 BJX shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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