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YB61 KXV

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

127,718 mi
Last recorded127,718 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB61 KXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,098cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 127,718 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 123,228 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 123,225 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 118,846 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Feb 2023 114,178 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2023 114,178 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Exhaust system insecure Exhaust hanger broken on weld (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure 2 + exhaust clamps broken (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure Exhaust hanger broken on weld (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2022 108,709 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Centre exhaust clamp deteriorated

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Fail 14 Jan 2022 108,709 miles

Centre exhaust bracket broken

Centre exhaust clamp deteriorated

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 103,801 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 103,801 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 101,298 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 16 Jan 2020 101,298 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2019 89,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre bold on outer edge

Nearside Rear brake disc corroded

Nearside Rear brakes pads getting very low

Offside Front tyre close to being bold on onter edge

Offside Rear brake disc corroded

Offside Rear brake pads getting very low

Pass 22 Jan 2018 79,564 miles

Front suspension bushes slightly deteriorated

Offside Windscreen wiper poor

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 63,351 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 47,282 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 41,664 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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YB61 KXV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,098cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 YB61 KXV, 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 YB61 KXV registered?

YB61 KXV is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 January 2012.

Is YB61 KXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB61 KXV shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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