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LR62 XVJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Mar 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

108,232 mi
Last recorded108,232 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR62 XVJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 108,232 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2026 108,232 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Mar 2025 103,242 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2025 103,242 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Dec 2023 95,659 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2022 84,825 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2022 84,825 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Dec 2021 78,416 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2020 71,943 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2020 71,943 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault Turned off before test (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Turned off before test (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 63,516 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 56,619 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 45,287 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2017 45,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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LR62 XVJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LR62 XVJ, 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 LR62 XVJ?

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What year was LR62 XVJ registered?

LR62 XVJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 November 2012.

Is LR62 XVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR62 XVJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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