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FV51 KDU

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

188,945 mi
Last recorded188,945 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV51 KDU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2015 188,945 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2015 188,945 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 170,199 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2014 170,199 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 164,633 miles

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

bad oil leak engine bay

damage to offside front door

Fail 9 Apr 2013 164,633 miles

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

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

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

bad oil leak engine bay

damage to offside front door

Pass 2 Apr 2012 159,845 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 159,845 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 155,339 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2011 155,339 miles

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 148,321 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 143,383 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2009 143,383 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 136,767 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 134,767 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 116,793 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 102,661 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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FV51 KDU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 FV51 KDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV51 KDU registered?

FV51 KDU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 February 2002.

Is FV51 KDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV51 KDU shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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