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LG62 VFM

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

263,936 mi
Last recorded263,936 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 VFM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023 263,936 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2023 263,936 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 254,069 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 244,455 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 232,031 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2022 232,031 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 220,160 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 209,928 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 205,538 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 205,538 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2019 200,914 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 200,911 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2018 194,846 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 185,503 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 169,258 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 168,178 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 168,178 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 156,477 miles

Anti-slip brake pedal rubber slightly worn

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 142,351 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 123,486 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 93,809 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 80,987 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 54,257 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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LG62 VFM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LG62 VFM, 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 LG62 VFM registered?

LG62 VFM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 September 2012.

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