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BL51 YVK

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

161,332 mi
Last recorded161,332 miles
Recorded on15 May 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL51 YVK
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2014 161,332 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

screen cracked

Pass 10 May 2013 148,605 miles

Nearside front tyrec worn on inner edge

Rear shock absorber covers are detached

Sill panels are bent

Pass 25 Jun 2012 141,089 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 127,384 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nsr sill bent

rear discs pitted slightly

Pass 25 Jun 2010 102,313 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 86,177 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 72,470 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 59,261 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 33,215 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 31,245 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 31,245 miles

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

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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BL51 YVK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BL51 YVK, 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

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What year was BL51 YVK registered?

BL51 YVK is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 January 2002.

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The MOT history for BL51 YVK shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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