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FH12 XOW

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH12 XOW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 8 Jul 2026

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working ALL LAMPS NOT WORKING (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Pass 2 Jul 2025 114,105 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 109,959 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 106,939 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 106,932 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Pass 30 Jun 2022 101,379 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2022 101,379 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 94,266 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 88,045 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to LEGAL LIMIT of 1.6mm. 225/55x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 225/55x17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 79,892 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2018 73,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 225/55x17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 225/55x17 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 May 2018 73,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 225/55x17 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2mm. LEGAL LIMIT = 1.6mm. 225/55x17 (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 May 2017 69,312 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 64,336 miles

damage to o/s/f tyre outer sidewall & screw in tread

o/s/f wheel slight binding

rear shock absorber bushes worn

slight binding to o/s/f wheel

windscreen wipers worn

Pass 6 Aug 2015 55,130 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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FH12 XOW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc 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 FH12 XOW, 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 FH12 XOW registered?

FH12 XOW is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 August 2012.

Is FH12 XOW safe to buy?

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