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PN12 CYJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2022
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

100,646 mi
Last recorded100,646 miles
Recorded on4 May 2021
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 CYJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2021 100,646 miles

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

Rear differential mounting bushes deteriorating

Fail 27 Apr 2021 100,643 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear differential mounting bushes deteriorating

Fail 21 Apr 2021 100,636 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

Rear rear differential bushes bonding separating

front brake discs in poor condition

windscreen has a chip in zone b

Pass 14 Nov 2019 96,706 miles

Chip in windscreen

Fail 8 Nov 2019 96,686 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Chip in windscreen

Pass 2 Nov 2018 95,413 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 95,413 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 92,536 miles

Front windscreen has a chip 10mm in swept area

Nearside Rear N/S rear tyre 2.5mm

Fail 20 Apr 2017 92,536 miles

Front windscreen has a chip 10mm in swept area

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear N/S rear tyre 2.5mm

Pass 30 Mar 2016 86,110 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 65,758 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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PN12 CYJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 PN12 CYJ, 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 PN12 CYJ registered?

PN12 CYJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 March 2012.

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