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BF11 VFV

2011 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

146,730 mi
Last recorded146,730 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2026
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito119,633 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF11 VFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2026 146,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 3 Oct 2026 146,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 28 Sep 2025 143,750 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle lightly smoking

Fail 28 Sep 2025 143,750 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Vehicle lightly smoking

Pass 6 Oct 2024 140,121 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2024 140,121 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 134,207 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 20 Sep 2022 126,280 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 120,704 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Sep 2021 120,704 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2020 114,880 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 108,946 miles

all 4 tyres perished & cracking

Fail 17 Sep 2019 108,776 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements spacing incorrect (0.1 (d))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 103,769 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2017 98,567 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 92,918 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 86,140 miles

Centre Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 80,939 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 72,380 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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BF11 VFV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 119,633 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 BF11 VFV, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF11 VFV registered?

BF11 VFV is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2011.

Is BF11 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF11 VFV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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