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FD61 VAJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

300,100 mi
Last recorded300,100 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD61 VAJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2023 300,100 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 299,300 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 276,040 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 276,040 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 243,578 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 219,463 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2019 219,462 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Feb 2018 191,676 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 158,663 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 158,663 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 136,826 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2015 119,893 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear doors not tested no keys for security locks

Pass 15 Jan 2015 119,893 miles

Coolant leak

rear doors not tested no keys for security locks

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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FD61 VAJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FD61 VAJ, 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

How do I check the history of FD61 VAJ?

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What year was FD61 VAJ registered?

FD61 VAJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 January 2012.

Is FD61 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD61 VAJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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