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KU62 MDJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

141,527 mi
Last recorded141,527 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU62 MDJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 141,527 miles

Bonnet release handle faulty

O/S park brake lagging behind N/S and does not make the same efficiency as N/S

O/S/R spring corroded

Rear brake discs corroded

Slight oil leak

Fail 9 Jan 2026 141,526 miles

Reversing lamp does not emit a steady white light occasionally work / flash on when reverse selected - Don not stay on (4.6.2 (a))

Bonnet release handle faulty

O/S park brake lagging behind N/S and does not make the same efficiency as N/S

O/S/R spring corroded

Rear brake discs corroded

Slight oil leak

Fail 2 Dec 2025 141,396 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2024 134,734 miles

Bonnet release handle broken

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Daytime running light inoperative

Fail 21 Nov 2024 134,734 miles

Bonnet release handle broken

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Daytime running light inoperative

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 129,960 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 129,958 miles

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

Nearside Front pads worn

Offside Front fog lamp not working

Pass 1 Nov 2022 120,260 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s/r & o/s/r slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 120,188 miles

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

Parking brake inoperative on one side parking brake malfunctioned during brake test possibly snapped cable (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 111,836 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 108,191 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 101,114 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 83,530 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Oct 2018 83,526 miles

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

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front fog lamp are not working

Pass 25 Oct 2017 59,394 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 25 Oct 2017 59,394 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 45,092 miles

windscreen wipers deteriorated

Fail 18 Oct 2016 45,083 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault SRS Light (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

windscreen wipers deteriorated

Pass 9 Oct 2015 25,345 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2015 25,345 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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KU62 MDJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 KU62 MDJ, 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 KU62 MDJ registered?

KU62 MDJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 October 2012.

Is KU62 MDJ safe to buy?

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