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AO52 TFU

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

72,960 mi
Last recorded72,960 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO52 TFU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2016 72,960 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 72,960 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 27 Nov 2014 71,966 miles

Advise rear discs lipped and corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 71,966 miles

Advise rear discs lipped and corroded

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 64,759 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 61,604 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Fail 20 Nov 2012 61,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2011 53,188 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 40,726 miles

exhaust system starting to corrode getting weak

rear brake discs starting to corrode/pitting

rear tyres getting low 2-3mm

Pass 19 Nov 2009 30,280 miles

Advise brake fluid level low

Advise clamp missing from exhaust

Advise mounting missing from front section of exhaust

Pass 19 Nov 2008 21,355 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 17,988 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 15,582 miles

rear brake discs starting to corrode advise replacement

Pass 16 Dec 2005 13,212 miles

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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AO52 TFU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 110,245 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AO52 TFU, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO52 TFU?

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What year was AO52 TFU registered?

AO52 TFU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 16 December 2002.

Is AO52 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO52 TFU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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