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LK61 ZHF

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

353,921 mi
Last recorded353,921 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK61 ZHF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 353,921 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 352,718 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 352,577 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2024 351,568 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2023 325,933 miles

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

Rear wheel steering inoperative but rear wheels are held substantially in the straight ahead position both sides wheels slightly move left to right (2.1.3 (h) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2022 318,977 miles

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

Rear wheel has free play in adjustment rods both sides

Fail 10 Oct 2022 318,977 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (d))

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

Rear wheel has free play in adjustment rods both sides

Pass 14 Oct 2021 285,454 miles

Exhaust Clamp Corroded.

Fluid leak, but not excessive Transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Prop Shaft Sealing Leaking Slightly.

Fail 14 Oct 2021 285,454 miles

Exhaust Clamp Corroded.

Fluid leak, but not excessive Transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Prop Shaft Sealing Leaking Slightly.

Pass 10 May 2021 270,734 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 252,808 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 232,516 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 208,796 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 190,918 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 168,077 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 133,348 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 116,717 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 98,901 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 65,822 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 59,990 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 44,676 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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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LK61 ZHF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,143cc 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 LK61 ZHF, 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 LK61 ZHF?

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What year was LK61 ZHF registered?

LK61 ZHF is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 January 2012.

Is LK61 ZHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK61 ZHF 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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