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VU12 KVH

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

224,103 mi
Last recorded224,103 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU12 KVH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 224,103 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

parking brake effort only just reached

Pass 12 Apr 2018 180,421 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 180,418 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 150,069 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 123,529 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 96,392 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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VU12 KVH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 VU12 KVH, 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 VU12 KVH registered?

VU12 KVH is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is VU12 KVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU12 KVH shows 6 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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