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LG12 PXJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

302,683 mi
Last recorded302,683 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG12 PXJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 302,683 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 292,552 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2023 292,551 miles

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

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) Inner track rod (Both side) (2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2022 286,224 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 277,889 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 269,675 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 4 Aug 2021 269,674 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 263,027 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 226,823 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2018 215,626 miles

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

Fail 22 Nov 2018 214,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 200,337 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 185,722 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 185,722 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 163,902 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 148,768 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 128,567 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 112,823 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 93,967 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 93,322 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Mar 2014 62,665 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 46,672 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 30,379 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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LG12 PXJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 LG12 PXJ, 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 LG12 PXJ registered?

LG12 PXJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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The MOT history for LG12 PXJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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