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ELZ 2106

1999 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2011
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

174,244 mi
Last recorded174,244 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito117,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 2106
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2010 174,244 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Outer face of nearside rear brake disc slightly corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2009 162,826 miles

slight play on steering column.play on o/s/f drop link.o/s/r light cracked/taped over.

Fail 29 Oct 2009 162,826 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight play on steering column.play on o/s/f drop link.o/s/r light cracked/taped over.

Pass 24 Oct 2008 150,000 miles

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

slight play on both sides of steering rack.o/s drive shaft pot boot split.Mileage may not be correct,could not read odometer very well.

Pass 29 Oct 2007 139,295 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 126,433 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

antie slip on brake pedal wearing

Fail 30 Oct 2006 126,433 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

antie slip on brake pedal wearing

Pass 29 Oct 2005 114,826 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2005 114,826 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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ELZ 2106 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 117,280 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 ELZ 2106, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ELZ 2106 registered?

ELZ 2106 is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is ELZ 2106 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ELZ 2106 shows 9 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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