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VN12 GZJ

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

206,436 mi
Last recorded206,436 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN12 GZJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 206,436 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2025 206,436 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2024 200,715 miles

both rear tyres near legal limit

Pass 16 Oct 2023 195,087 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 188,536 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2021 178,502 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 169,706 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 152,036 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 133,890 miles

All four tyres low on tread

Pass 1 Apr 2017 120,228 miles

Item size removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 5 Apr 2016 93,994 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 74,138 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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VN12 GZJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VN12 GZJ, 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

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What year was VN12 GZJ registered?

VN12 GZJ is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 May 2012.

Is VN12 GZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN12 GZJ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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