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DSJ 1

2021 Mercedes-benz V

Grey Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,747 mi
Last recorded67,747 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz V31,557 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDSJ 1
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 67,747 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2026 67,747 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 64,035 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front nearside front mirror view to rear slightly affected by no smoking sticker

Fail 3 Mar 2025 64,035 miles

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front nearside front mirror view to rear slightly affected by no smoking sticker

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 54,617 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge.

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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DSJ 1 is a 2021 Mercedes-benz V in Grey with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 31,557 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 V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DSJ 1, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DSJ 1 registered?

DSJ 1 is a 2021 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 5 March 2021.

Is DSJ 1 safe to buy?

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