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FA02 OCC

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,244 mi
Last recorded123,244 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA02 OCC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2020 123,244 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength out rigger x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear suspension mountings very badly salt corroded

o/s and n/s front tyres worn on inner edge

under side of van salt corroded

Pass 15 Aug 2019 122,803 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear suspension turrets starting to corrode on strengthening plates (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

tow bar electric cap missing

Pass 14 Jun 2018 120,832 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 120,698 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 116,415 miles
Fail 24 May 2017 116,413 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 112,352 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 102,124 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 90,205 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 80,071 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 73,268 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 71,902 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 71,834 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 70,372 miles

Advise brake pipe corrosion started in places

Advise front brake pads wearing low

Advise underbody corrosion started in places

Pass 16 Jun 2009 66,707 miles

Advise underbody corrosion started in places

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

Fail 10 Jun 2009 66,666 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Advise underbody corrosion started in places

Pass 24 Jun 2008 63,743 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 363,678 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jun 2007 59,180 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 55,232 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 55,232 miles

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

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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FA02 OCC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FA02 OCC, 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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FA02 OCC is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 July 2002.

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