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GK12 TXY

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,673 mi
Last recorded141,673 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK12 TXY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 141,673 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2026 141,661 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2023 141,631 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Aug 2023 141,601 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Apr 2022 140,837 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 140,571 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 131,817 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 16 May 2018 119,104 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 105,132 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 91,644 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 91,597 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 76,822 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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GK12 TXY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GK12 TXY, 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 GK12 TXY?

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What year was GK12 TXY registered?

GK12 TXY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is GK12 TXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK12 TXY shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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