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LB61 HCU

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

244,262 mi
Last recorded244,262 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB61 HCU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2022 244,262 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 244,258 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 237,734 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2021 237,734 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 237,681 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 237,678 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 224,291 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 192,157 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 181,746 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 159,656 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 129,868 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 118,598 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 81,039 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2015 79,279 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 79,279 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 64,733 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 49,449 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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LB61 HCU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LB61 HCU, 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.

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What year was LB61 HCU registered?

LB61 HCU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is LB61 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB61 HCU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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