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BU18 WGE

2018 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,556 mi
Last recorded101,556 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito75,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU18 WGE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2026 101,556 miles

both front brake discs very badly corroded and worn on inner faces

Pass 24 Sep 2025 90,792 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides very worn, very corroded and de-laminating inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

nearside registration plate light dim and flickering

Pass 3 Oct 2024 77,906 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Oct 2024 77,906 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2023 64,285 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 56,974 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres are wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 47,346 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres have multiple cuts on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 47,345 miles

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

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres have multiple cuts on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (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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BU18 WGE is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WGE, 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 WGE registered?

BU18 WGE is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2018.

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