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DF65 DFV

2016 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,077 mi
Last recorded120,077 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito89,496 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF65 DFV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 120,077 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S At limit of advisory (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively N/S & O/S (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2025 111,913 miles

Nearside Rear Rear fog lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.5.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 15 Jan 2024 104,189 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 96,907 miles

engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Fail 12 Jan 2023 96,907 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

Pass 18 Jan 2022 88,720 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2022 88,720 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 79,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2021 79,206 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 67,881 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Pass 17 Jan 2019 55,766 miles

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

No smoke reading(clean engine)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

Fail 17 Jan 2019 55,766 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

No smoke reading(clean engine)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Tie Rod ()

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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DF65 DFV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 89,496 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 DF65 DFV, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF65 DFV?

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What year was DF65 DFV registered?

DF65 DFV is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 January 2016.

Is DF65 DFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF65 DFV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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