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Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI reliable? We analysed 524 real MOT tests across 104 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 524 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
80.0%
Typical Mileage
134,200mi
Annual Mileage
9,921mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brakes imbalanced across an axle and brake application uneven. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI.

Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 1
brake application uneven 1
Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect 1

Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Stop lamp(s) all not working 1

Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,591 mi/yr
Typical
9,921 mi/yr
Average
11,880 mi/yr
Heavy usage
16,401 mi/yr

Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
134,200 mi
75th Percentile
168,488 mi
95th Percentile
223,195 mi
Max Recorded
357,419 mi

How Does the Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI 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 113 CDI THIS CAR 80.0% 524 134,200 mi — 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
Citroen C4 Grand Stourer Shine Bhdi Ss 87% 346 30,344 mi — yrs

Compared to the Mercedes-benz C (77.6% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz E (79.4% pass rate), the Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI?

The Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.0% across 524 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (2 recorded failures), brakes imbalanced across an axle (1), and brake application uneven (1). 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.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is stop lamp(s) all not working. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI owner drives around 9,921 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.

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.

Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI reliable?
Based on 524 MOT tests, the Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI has a 80.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brakes imbalanced across an axle, and brake application uneven. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI do per year?
The typical Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI does around 9,921 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Mercedes-benz Vito 113 CDI?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.