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FJ13 FYP

2013 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

119,765 mi
Last recorded119,765 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2024
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito110,190 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ13 FYP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2024 119,765 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Front fog lights inop

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged slightly twisted (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cloudy headlight lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust hanger corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 106,857 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

centre exhaust clamp rusted away /loose

Fail 17 Feb 2023 106,847 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

centre exhaust clamp rusted away /loose

Pass 8 Jan 2020 72,636 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2020 72,636 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2018 58,743 miles

Front Fog lamps inop

Pass 5 Dec 2017 43,625 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 34,473 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 23,716 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 23,716 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 6,612 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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FJ13 FYP is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 110,190 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 FJ13 FYP, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FJ13 FYP?

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What year was FJ13 FYP registered?

FJ13 FYP is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 9 April 2013.

Is FJ13 FYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ13 FYP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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