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KN12 VRV

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

142,433 mi
Last recorded142,433 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 VRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 142,433 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Door has a Dent

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2025 142,433 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Nearside Rear Door has a Dent

Offside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2024 129,464 miles

Nearside Rear Door Dented

Offside Rear Cab fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2024 129,464 miles

Nearside Rear Door Dented

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Cab fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2023 116,550 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 107,083 miles

Offside Rear Body fixing missing, but overall security not significantly reduced (6.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 97,271 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 86,014 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 78,897 miles

Offside Front dent on wing

Pass 9 Aug 2018 71,098 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 71,098 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view outside swept area (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 66,889 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

windscreen damaged outside swept area

Pass 1 Aug 2016 59,693 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 50,132 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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KN12 VRV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 KN12 VRV, 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 KN12 VRV registered?

KN12 VRV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 May 2012.

Is KN12 VRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN12 VRV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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