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EA52 UHG

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

110,024 mi
Last recorded110,024 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA52 UHG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2019 110,024 miles

Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sill corroded both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2019 110,024 miles

Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sill corroded both side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 110,021 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 91,809 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 89,654 miles

Centre Rear seat belt buckle worn still operationaal

Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play both (2.2.B.1f)

Front both sides sills corroded outer

Rear Foot barker and handbrake just met the brake limit

vehicle structure corroded underneath

Pass 22 Jul 2015 84,557 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 80,420 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 74,970 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 74,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 May 2012 68,587 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 68,587 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 25 May 2011 61,109 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 61,090 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 May 2010 55,205 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 46,303 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 39,520 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 38,591 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2007 38,591 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 1 Dec 2005 35,989 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2005 35,988 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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EA52 UHG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 110,245 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 EA52 UHG, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EA52 UHG registered?

EA52 UHG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 November 2002.

Is EA52 UHG safe to buy?

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