2012 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · GK12 TSZ

The vehicle passed the September 2025 MOT at 155,345 miles, confirming current roadworthiness, but the maintenance record shows an inconsistent trend with recurring suspension and brake faults that have required repeated remedial work. The mileage has risen steadily from 27,785 miles in March 2016 to 155,345 miles in September 2025, averaging roughly 11,000 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 14‑year‑old van and reveals no large gaps that would suggest prolonged periods of inactivity. Repeated observations of excessively worn lower suspension arm ball joints, noisy top strut bearings, and binding front service brakes indicate a persistent vulnerability in the suspension and brake systems, while the parking brake has only just met efficiency requirements in several tests and the off‑side front brake pipe shows corrosion, suggesting possible exposure to road salt or fluid leaks. A buyer should inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and ball joints for play or corrosion, verify the integrity of the front brake pipes and calipers for binding or rust, test the parking brake for consistent efficiency, and look for any structural rust on the chassis or wheel arches, as these items have been flagged repeatedly and could affect long‑term reliability.