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RF12 FCD

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

211,101 mi
Last recorded211,101 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 FCD
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 211,101 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 206,872 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 205,669 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 204,283 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 201,999 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 200,038 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 23 Nov 2018 199,847 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 196,969 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 188,191 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 181,917 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016
Pass 20 Jun 2016 175,126 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 175,125 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 173,739 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 172,653 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 139,200 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre deterioted

offside front tyre deterioted

Pass 11 Feb 2014 95,999 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 10 Feb 2014 95,997 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Jul 2013 51,366 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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RF12 FCD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,098cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RF12 FCD, 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 RF12 FCD?

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What year was RF12 FCD registered?

RF12 FCD is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 August 2012.

Is RF12 FCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 FCD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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