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RF12 XVB

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

269,223 mi
Last recorded269,223 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF12 XVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 269,223 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 258,440 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 248,417 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2022 238,522 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 237,308 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2019 219,559 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 20 Feb 2019 219,559 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both wishbone front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 202,769 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 182,018 miles

Both front wishbone bushes splitting/perishing

Offside front tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Fail 28 Feb 2017 182,018 miles

Both front wishbone bushes splitting/perishing

Exhaust system not adequately supported Center clamp missing (7.1.1)

Offside front tyre slightly out of shape on inner edge

Pass 8 Mar 2016 156,214 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 120,668 miles

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

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

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 XVB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 XVB, 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 XVB?

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What year was RF12 XVB registered?

RF12 XVB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 March 2012.

Is RF12 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF12 XVB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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