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DLZ 1607

1998 Mercedes-benz Vito

Bronze Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,552 mi
Last recorded175,552 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito123,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDLZ 1607
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1998
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2006 175,552 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 157,568 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2005 157,566 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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DLZ 1607 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito in Bronze with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 123,856 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 DLZ 1607, 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 28 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 DLZ 1607?

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What year was DLZ 1607 registered?

DLZ 1607 is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is DLZ 1607 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DLZ 1607 shows 3 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.

Does DLZ 1607 have outstanding finance?

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