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SB62 GVV

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

253,181 mi
Last recorded253,181 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2023
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB62 GVV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2023 253,181 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2022 242,741 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 242,741 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 231,542 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 216,901 miles

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both sides (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 206,709 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 206,709 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 200,575 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 200,575 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 195,390 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 175,206 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 155,519 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2019 155,406 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2018 132,388 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 132,388 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 114,341 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 98,247 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 76,076 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 57,417 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 47,665 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 47,665 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SB62 GVV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 SB62 GVV, 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 SB62 GVV registered?

SB62 GVV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 17 December 2012.

Is SB62 GVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB62 GVV shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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