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FG51 YMT

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

108,211 mi
Last recorded108,211 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 YMT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2024 108,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

both sills corroded

suspension components corroded

vehicle undercarriage corroded

Fail 14 Sep 2024 108,211 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

both sills corroded

suspension components corroded

vehicle undercarriage corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2023 107,871 miles

Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all prescribed areas underneath (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 107,765 miles

Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 107,243 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both side sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all prescribed areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 106,636 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sills all prescribed areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 104,698 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both side sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 100,757 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 96,496 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2017 96,496 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 91,440 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 91,440 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2015 86,385 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 81,162 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 75,496 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Mar 2013 75,496 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 72,193 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 68,437 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 61,844 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 61,844 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 17 Mar 2009 58,409 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 58,409 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 50,223 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 50,223 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2006 43,679 miles

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 YMT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 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 FG51 YMT, 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.

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What year was FG51 YMT registered?

FG51 YMT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 October 2001.

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