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LD12 OVU

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

364,440 mi
Last recorded364,440 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD12 OVU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2025 364,440 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 321,714 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 279,672 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 254,701 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2021 223,750 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 208,088 miles

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 183,139 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 152,873 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2017 143,311 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2017 128,663 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 118,612 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 104,159 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 82,699 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 82,698 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 71,339 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 60,103 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 48,515 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 37,211 miles

brake pedal anti slip worn on edge

Pass 18 Mar 2013 24,842 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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LD12 OVU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 LD12 OVU, 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 LD12 OVU?

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What year was LD12 OVU registered?

LD12 OVU is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is LD12 OVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD12 OVU shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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