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YE12 YWB

2012 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,273 mi
Last recorded143,273 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito113,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE12 YWB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 143,273 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front wing corroded along lower edge

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

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

Offside Front wing corroded along lower edge

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 8 Jan 2026 143,273 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill latterally below/ behind front passenger door (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread poor condition (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread poor condition (0.1 (b))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offsisde inner sill at at forward side rail mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

both front wings corroded at lower reare mounting points but unlikely to be insecure or to cause harm

Pass 20 Jan 2025 131,611 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Wing has hole in it

Pass 2 Jan 2024 118,155 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jan 2024 118,155 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2022 104,869 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 21 Nov 2022 104,869 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Spare tyre defective ()

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire loose and reattached securley (6.1.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 104,344 miles

Centre Body / Exhaust Heat Shield Insecure

Off Side Front Tyre Scrubbing On Outer Edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 104,344 miles

Centre Body / Exhaust Heat Shield Insecure

Off Side Front Tyre Scrubbing On Outer Edge

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On Limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 97,566 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 90,718 miles

Both Front Tyres Scrubbing on Edges

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 84,678 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 78,566 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges

front exhaust mounting bracket broken

slight play in o/s front bottom ball joint

Pass 7 Aug 2017 70,802 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 62,452 miles

Both front tyres scrubbing on edges

Pass 4 Aug 2015 57,831 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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YE12 YWB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black 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 YE12 YWB, 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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YE12 YWB is a 2012 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 June 2012.

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