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BV13 DXC

2013 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

149,905 mi
Last recorded149,905 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito110,190 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV13 DXC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 149,905 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 149,905 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Slight underside corrosion

Pass 13 Dec 2024 136,111 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

slight underside corrosion

Fail 4 Dec 2024 135,650 miles

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

slight underside corrosion

Pass 14 Dec 2023 126,039 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2023 126,032 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Exhaust system insecure tail box clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 118,027 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 106,644 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear exhaust clamp corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2021 106,644 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

rear exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 10 Feb 2020 103,193 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 103,190 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2019 91,906 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 91,906 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 76,202 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 76,202 miles

Central Front Brake pedal pad not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front clutch pedal pad missing

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

Pass 14 Feb 2017 66,324 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 51,370 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 51,370 miles

Additional braking device wiring badly positioned park brake warning light staying on (3.6.I.5)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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BV13 DXC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 110,190 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 BV13 DXC, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BV13 DXC registered?

BV13 DXC is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2013.

Is BV13 DXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV13 DXC shows 18 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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