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LG62 VGT

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests29 (23 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate79.3%

Mileage

380,615 mi
Last recorded380,615 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG62 VGT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

23 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 380,615 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 380,502 miles

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

Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2026 366,742 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 353,098 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2025 353,098 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2023 320,819 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 320,819 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2023 311,306 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2023 311,304 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested Brake disc worn (1.2.1 (g))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 291,415 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2022 291,413 miles

Offside Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 279,553 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 268,095 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 262,358 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 260,652 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 255,221 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2019 255,187 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 242,701 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 228,619 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 219,320 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 202,670 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 179,464 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 149,283 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 133,175 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 122,852 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 114,783 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 103,123 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Mar 2014 84,939 miles

small crack in lower black section of front wind screen drivers side

Pass 7 Aug 2013 50,418 miles

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

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 VGT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.3%.

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 VGT, 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 LG62 VGT?

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What year was LG62 VGT registered?

LG62 VGT is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is LG62 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG62 VGT shows 29 tests with a 79.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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