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T40 SHM

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

166,497 mi
Last recorded166,497 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT40 SHM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 166,497 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2026 166,497 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 160,467 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2025 160,467 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 148,487 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 137,156 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 123,004 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 104,136 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2019 83,931 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 59,534 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 59,534 miles

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

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

Nearside Front 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 5 Feb 2018 55,121 miles

nearside headlamp damaged

Fail 1 Feb 2018 55,121 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Stop lamp not working all lamps (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

nearside headlamp damaged

Pass 16 Sep 2016 37,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 27,101 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 27,101 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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T40 SHM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 T40 SHM, 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 T40 SHM registered?

T40 SHM is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 October 2012.

Is T40 SHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for T40 SHM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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