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AY18 SXV

2018 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

154,998 mi
Last recorded154,998 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito75,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY18 SXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 154,998 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2026 154,998 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 149,838 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2025 149,838 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 144,710 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 144,710 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 136,726 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 121,326 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 87,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2021 87,602 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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AY18 SXV is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 75,451 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY18 SXV, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AY18 SXV?

You can check the full history of AY18 SXV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AY18 SXV registered?

AY18 SXV is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 June 2018.

Is AY18 SXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY18 SXV shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AY18 SXV have outstanding finance?

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