B23BOB - MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 18 days ago
The Mercedes-Benz Vito, often referred to simply as the Vito, is a versatile commercial van renowned for its durability and practicality. Manufactured by Mercedes-Benz since 1996, it exemplifies the brand’s commitment to quality and innovation in the commercial vehicle sector. Introduced as a reliable workhorse, the Vito has evolved through multiple generations, with recent models featuring advanced safety and comfort features. Its core specifications include a range of engine options, spacious cargo capacity, and modern technological integrations, making it a popular choice for businesses and tradespeople alike. Built with precision in Mercedes-Benz’s manufacturing facilities, the Vito continues to uphold the manufacturer’s reputation for engineering excellence and dependability.
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Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 13 MOT tests
A 2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito, registration B23BOB, registered in March 2012, finished in white with a 2143cc diesel engine. The vehicle has CO2 emissions recorded as zero. It currently holds a valid MOT, with the latest test conducted on 8 May 2025 and valid until 7 May 2026. The mileage is 124,015 miles. The vehicle is taxed. The MOT advisories include minor issues such as slight discolouration of indicators, a damaged seat belt buckle, corroded rear coil springs, and some worn suspension bushes. Additionally, there are notes on a corroded rear brake pipe and a rear shock absorber bush wear. No serious mechanical faults are indicated.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
13
Passed Tests
9
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 08 May 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 124,015 mi
Expires: 07 May 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Outer Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- Advisory Rear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- Advisory Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
Passed - 21 March 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 116,388 mi
Expires: 20 March 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central centre exhaust clamp missing but exhaust secure
Failed - 20 March 2024 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 116,384 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Central centre exhaust clamp missing but exhaust secure
Passed - 23 January 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 107,731 mi
Expires: 22 January 2024
Failed - 20 January 2023 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 107,724 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- Dangerous Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Major Defects:
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Passed - 02 June 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,600 mi
Expires: 29 June 2022
Failed - 01 June 2021 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 82,576 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- Dangerous Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- Major Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Passed - 30 June 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,137 mi
Expires: 29 June 2021
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Rear lamp lens slightly damaged
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Failed - 23 June 2020 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,135 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- Minor Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
- Advisory Nearside Rear lamp lens slightly damaged
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed - 20 November 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,117 mi
Expires: 19 November 2019
Passed - 26 July 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 66,845 mi
Expires: 05 August 2018
Passed - 29 July 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,168 mi
Expires: 05 August 2017
Passed - 06 August 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,015 mi
Expires: 05 August 2016
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for B23BOB?
The MOT expires on 07 May 2026.
What is the tax status of B23BOB?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 January 2026.
What are the specifications of B23BOB?
This is a 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ VITO in White. It runs on Diesel with a 2143cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of B23BOB?
This vehicle produces 0 g/km of CO2 emissions.