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DK12 YRE

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

151,621 mi
Last recorded151,621 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK12 YRE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 151,621 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2025 150,782 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 149,682 miles

Age related rust and corrosion under vehicle

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main feed to flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Jul 2024 149,677 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength of inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 149,660 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2023 149,657 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure corner damaged/insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both sides at rear - upper bushes (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread damaged - exposed cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2022 145,680 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of floor to sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides at front. lower wishbone front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2022 145,678 miles

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of floor to sill holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of floor to sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides at front. lower wishbone front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 135,516 miles

Hand brake travel

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main feed (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 22 Jul 2021 135,516 miles

Hand brake travel

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main feed (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 127,387 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 118,136 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 108,333 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 98,744 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 98,744 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2016 90,754 miles

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

Fail 17 Mar 2016 90,751 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 68,344 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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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DK12 YRE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DK12 YRE, 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 DK12 YRE registered?

DK12 YRE is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 March 2012.

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