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FD62 EFW

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,573 mi
Last recorded112,573 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD62 EFW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 112,573 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2024 104,402 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Park brake on N/S binding slightly

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres on 3mm and N/S/R also wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 95,689 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 88,270 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 81,404 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 115,132 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 115,128 miles

Exhaust system insecure Centre section exhaust clamps missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2019 103,267 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 94,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn outer edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 80,367 miles

Rear seats missing at time of test

Fail 20 Apr 2017 80,367 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear tyre has nail in tread

Rear seats missing at time of test

Pass 29 Mar 2016 64,894 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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FD62 EFW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,987cc 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 FD62 EFW, 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.

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What year was FD62 EFW registered?

FD62 EFW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 December 2012.

Is FD62 EFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD62 EFW 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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