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FG51 FPX

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

180,250 mi
Last recorded180,250 miles
Recorded on30 May 2009
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 FPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2009 180,250 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2009 180,250 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 175,880 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2008 175,880 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 172,267 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2006 172,267 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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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FG51 FPX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 112,214 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 FG51 FPX, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG51 FPX?

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What year was FG51 FPX registered?

FG51 FPX is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is FG51 FPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 FPX shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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