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VT05 EXY

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,269 mi
Last recorded116,269 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT05 EXY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 116,269 miles

Rear Exhaust mount defective

Rear parking brake effort low

Pass 3 Feb 2025 109,773 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 22 Dec 2024 109,582 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

cable coming out of bonnet latch

Pass 29 Nov 2023 105,301 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 104,366 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre after flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Aug 2023 104,366 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective centre after flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 101,952 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 97,625 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 96,578 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 90,616 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to limit

Offside Front Tyre worn unevenly and close to limit

Pass 6 Aug 2018 82,160 miles

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Aug 2018 82,160 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Central Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective behind flex section, corroded & broken (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 75,865 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 70,862 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Dec 2015 52,731 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 52,731 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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VT05 EXY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VT05 EXY, 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 VT05 EXY registered?

VT05 EXY is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 December 2012.

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