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EJ02 GDZ

2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Black Diesel 1689cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2012
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

229,087 mi
Last recorded229,087 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo66,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ02 GDZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,689cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2011 229,087 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both front wiper blade slightly worn

Pass 10 May 2010 217,477 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 210,170 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 198,851 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Nov 2008 188,566 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 177,063 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 167,451 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Nov 2007 167,451 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2007 154,670 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jan 2007 142,840 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 137,319 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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EJ02 GDZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Black with a 1,689cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 66,957 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ02 GDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EJ02 GDZ registered?

EJ02 GDZ is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 11 June 2002.

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