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FM12 HXU

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

253,111 mi
Last recorded253,111 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM12 HXU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 253,111 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 234,798 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 197,318 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 178,743 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2023 178,743 miles

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

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

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 159,963 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 145,167 miles

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Note ; Rear wheels restricted rotation , drive system / bearings ?

Fail 28 Aug 2021 145,160 miles

Emissions not tested due to noise from engine (8.2.2.2 (e))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective poss neck incomplete (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush detached (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush detached (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment peadal (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 132,547 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 132,547 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 112,402 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 99,180 miles

Exhaust seal clamp missing

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 81,682 miles

Both rear exhaust clamps missing but exhaust still adequately supported

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 81,680 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Both rear exhaust clamps missing but exhaust still adequately supported

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Daytime running light out

Pass 16 Aug 2016 73,930 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Aug 2016 73,926 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 65,284 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Aug 2015 65,284 miles

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

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

Rear 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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FM12 HXU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 1,998cc 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 FM12 HXU, 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 FM12 HXU registered?

FM12 HXU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 August 2012.

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