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FG12 YWU

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

114,113 mi
Last recorded114,113 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 YWU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 114,113 miles

Central Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Outer (small chip in windscreen not affecting view)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 114,113 miles

Central Rear Lower Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer (small chip in windscreen not affecting view)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2020 110,043 miles

Offside Front Upper (small chip in screen less than 10mm)

Fail 10 Nov 2020 110,039 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Upper (small chip in screen less than 10mm)

Pass 14 May 2019 102,256 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view slight damage in swept area but less than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 99,891 miles

Rear exhaust joint, clamp broken

Fail 17 May 2018 99,890 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' bird mess (8.3.1e)

Rear exhaust joint, clamp broken

Pass 17 May 2017 68,401 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2017 68,401 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2016 58,510 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 35,135 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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FG12 YWU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FG12 YWU, 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 FG12 YWU registered?

FG12 YWU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 May 2012.

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The MOT history for FG12 YWU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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