CarVerify

Free Car Check

BJZ 7236

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

134,258 mi
Last recorded134,258 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mercedes-benz
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJZ 7236
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 134,258 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 134,258 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 129,334 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 129,334 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2018 123,471 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 123,471 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 114,586 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Mar 2015

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2013

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Sep 2013

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 86,823 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 75,617 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 75,578 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2009 67,263 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 60,043 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 53,758 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 46,637 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2005 39,528 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
Full Mercedes-benz Vito reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BJZ 7236 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 112,214 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 BJZ 7236, 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 25 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 BJZ 7236?

You can check the full history of BJZ 7236 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BJZ 7236 registered?

BJZ 7236 is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 12 October 2001.

Is BJZ 7236 safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJZ 7236 shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BJZ 7236 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BJZ 7236. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.