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BV13 DZJ

2013 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

169,906 mi
Last recorded169,906 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito110,190 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 169,906 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion underbody

Pass 11 Sep 2024 153,298 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin n/s and o/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion underbody

Pass 27 Sep 2023 140,257 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 122,355 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 103,767 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 89,847 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 84,769 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 84,769 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 77,507 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2018 77,507 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 60,358 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 60,358 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 46,017 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin all pads thin (3.5.1g)

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 DZJ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 BV13 DZJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV13 DZJ registered?

BV13 DZJ is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 March 2013.

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The MOT history for BV13 DZJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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