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PJ12 YMM

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

177,087 mi
Last recorded177,087 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 YMM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 177,087 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

age related corrosions within all precribed areas under the vehicle

Pass 22 Feb 2025 172,205 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2025 172,205 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 167,019 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 167,017 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Feb 2023 161,648 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2023 161,648 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 153,824 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

centre exhaust clamp missing

foot pedal feels slightly spongey would advice further service/inspection

Pass 8 Jan 2021 142,113 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 129,953 miles

Slight wear noted in off side steering tie bar

Pass 10 Jul 2018 121,150 miles

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

engine noisy at idle

nearside rear shock absorber bush is deteriorated

Fail 10 Jul 2018 121,150 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

engine noisy at idle

nearside rear shock absorber bush is deteriorated

Pass 30 Jun 2017 102,818 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2017 102,818 miles

rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 80,786 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 80,785 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 57,935 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2015 57,934 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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PJ12 YMM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 PJ12 YMM, 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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PJ12 YMM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 August 2012.

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