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DJ12 DOR

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,450 mi
Last recorded159,450 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDJ12 DOR
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 159,450 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Window switch is broken

Offside Rear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output Cracked (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2025 150,678 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear light lens cracked

Pass 22 Nov 2024 143,929 miles

Offside Rear light lens cracked

Fail 19 Nov 2024 143,855 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush detach (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear light lens cracked

Pass 15 Dec 2023 137,422 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Rear Exhaust mounting defective MOUNT BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 17 Dec 2022 132,024 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 126,538 miles

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Fail 23 Nov 2021 126,538 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view MIRROR GLASS (3.3 (b) (ii))

ENGINE COVER FITTED

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Pass 20 Nov 2020 121,558 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2020 121,558 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2019 112,645 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

vehicle passed emissions test but no print out due to low emissions

Fail 22 Apr 2019 112,645 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

offside front tyre worn inner edge

vehicle passed emissions test but no print out due to low emissions

Pass 18 Apr 2018 103,897 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

Pass 24 Apr 2017 95,395 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Apr 2016 85,756 miles

child seat fitted to centre rear seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Apr 2015 75,923 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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DJ12 DOR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,987cc 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 DJ12 DOR, 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 DJ12 DOR registered?

DJ12 DOR is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 April 2012.

Is DJ12 DOR safe to buy?

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