Mercedes-benz Vito Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Mercedes-benz Vito reliable? We analysed 2,011,702 real MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles to find out.
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The Mercedes-benz Vito is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz Vito.
Mercedes-benz Vito Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Vito. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Mercedes-benz Vito MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Mercedes-benz Vito to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Mercedes-benz Vito Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz Vito fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Mercedes-benz Vito Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Vito owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Mercedes-benz Vito MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Mercedes-benz Vito year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,117 | 84.5% | 31,171 | 47,869 | 75,584 |
| 2022 | 5,858 | 84.4% | 35,260 | 52,398 | 77,063 |
| 2021 | 12,416 | 83.6% | 39,005 | 58,290 | 87,417 |
| 2020 | 14,409 | 81.6% | 39,502 | 62,118 | 92,596 |
| 2019 | 54,382 | 80.8% | 47,120 | 73,117 | 110,596 |
| 2018 | 51,745 | 80.0% | 48,253 | 75,451 | 114,032 |
| 2017 | 84,530 | 80.7% | 56,453 | 86,763 | 129,933 |
| 2016 | 67,786 | 77.6% | 58,552 | 89,496 | 131,452 |
| 2015 | 63,125 | 77.6% | 60,871 | 95,194 | 142,063 |
| 2014 | 68,318 | 77.1% | 66,916 | 103,888 | 151,540 |
| 2013 | 79,788 | 76.4% | 70,624 | 110,190 | 162,430 |
| 2012 | 85,921 | 75.3% | 74,090 | 113,200 | 165,024 |
| 2011 | 76,988 | 73.8% | 78,827 | 119,633 | 168,022 |
| 2010 | 94,476 | 72.9% | 81,413 | 125,343 | 180,105 |
| 2009 | 102,178 | 72.5% | 79,196 | 122,711 | 174,782 |
| 2008 | 125,531 | 71.3% | 81,358 | 123,026 | 170,436 |
| 2007 | 144,897 | 69.6% | 81,100 | 122,038 | 168,444 |
| 2006 | 143,116 | 69.6% | 80,433 | 121,092 | 167,915 |
| 2005 | 130,665 | 68.7% | 76,187 | 113,960 | 156,100 |
| 2004 | 122,455 | 67.7% | 74,252 | 109,326 | 149,613 |
How Long Does a Mercedes-benz Vito Last?
Based on 164,434 Mercedes-benz Vito vehicles on UK roads.
Mercedes-benz Vito Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz Vito MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Mercedes-benz Vito
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.5% MOT pass rate from 1,117 tests
60.9% MOT pass rate from 1,616 tests
The best year to buy a used Mercedes-benz Vito is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.5% across 1,117 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Mercedes-benz Vito Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-benz Vito THIS CAR | 71.2% | 2,011,702 | 109,989 mi | 29 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz C | 77.6% | 8,031,355 | 77,082 mi | 32 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz E | 79.4% | 4,722,746 | 83,960 mi | 33 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz A-class | 77.6% | 4,204,702 | 57,023 mi | 28 yrs |
| Hyundai I10 | 80.4% | 2,829,935 | 35,978 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz Vito trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Mercedes-benz Vito has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.2% across 2,011,702 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Mercedes-benz Vito are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (49,564 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (46,783), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (43,234). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Mercedes-benz Vito owner drives around 9,235 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Mercedes-benz Vito models stay on UK roads for around 29 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.