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BU18 VYN

2018 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

162,649 mi
Last recorded162,649 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito75,451 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 VYN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 162,649 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 148,371 miles

rear exhaust clamp has broken but not loose

Fail 17 Mar 2025 148,368 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

tyre pressure monitoring warning light on

Pass 14 Mar 2024 131,839 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2024 131,839 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2023 110,947 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily scuffing tread but no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily scuffing tread but no cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 x chips in screen (just acceptable) (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2022 89,153 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 89,153 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 9 Mar 2021 63,595 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2021 63,847 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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BU18 VYN is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue 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 BU18 VYN, 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

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What year was BU18 VYN registered?

BU18 VYN is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 March 2018.

Is BU18 VYN safe to buy?

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