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LC12 RKV

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

320,006 mi
Last recorded320,006 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC12 RKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 320,006 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 305,462 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 281,269 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 281,269 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2021 265,859 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Nov 2020 252,939 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 252,878 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2019 225,855 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 200,803 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 179,563 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 159,872 miles
Fail 26 May 2018 159,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 136,908 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 131,572 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 121,402 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 111,118 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 99,275 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt small split (2.4.G.4e)

Pass 18 May 2015 86,419 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 73,099 miles

Nearside Rear wheel steering connection has slight play (2.2.B.1i)

Pass 16 May 2014 57,487 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 27,484 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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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LC12 RKV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LC12 RKV, 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 LC12 RKV?

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What year was LC12 RKV registered?

LC12 RKV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 May 2012.

Is LC12 RKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC12 RKV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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