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COT 739

1996 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2010
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

328,077 mi
Last recorded328,077 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2009
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Vito129,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOT 739
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 30 Dec 2009 328,077 miles

FRONT BRAKE PADS LOW

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 6 Dec 2008 277,651 miles

FRONT REAR BRAKE PADS LOW

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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COT 739 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 129,130 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 COT 739, 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 30 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of COT 739?

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What year was COT 739 registered?

COT 739 is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is COT 739 safe to buy?

The MOT history for COT 739 shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does COT 739 have outstanding finance?

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