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FX52 NMV

2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

120,896 mi
Last recorded120,896 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo66,957 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 NMV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVaneo
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2017 120,896 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 108,439 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 19 Nov 2015 99,273 miles

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

vehicle fitted with plastic under trays

Fail 17 Nov 2015 99,273 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

vehicle fitted with plastic under trays

Pass 17 Nov 2014 90,738 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Nov 2013 80,847 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Fail 22 Nov 2013 80,847 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Pass 13 Dec 2012 73,006 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 72,627 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 65,568 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front tyres slightly worn

Pass 16 Dec 2010 58,560 miles

N/S/R BRAKE DISC CORRODED/PITTED.

O/S/R BRAKE DISC CORRODED/PITTED.

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

REAR REGISTRATION PLATE DETERIORATED.

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

Fail 16 Dec 2010 58,560 miles

N/S/R BRAKE DISC CORRODED/PITTED.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/R BRAKE DISC CORRODED/PITTED.

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

REAR REGISTRATION PLATE DETERIORATED.

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 58,441 miles

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 25 Aug 2009 49,642 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 45,577 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 41,414 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 33,556 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vaneo?

Based on 44,621 MOT tests across 2,732 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
5,295
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
2,732
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,156
Stop lamp not working 1,496
Registration plate lamp not working 1,256
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,156
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 943
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FX52 NMV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 66,957 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Vaneo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,156 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX52 NMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Vaneo typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vaneo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX52 NMV registered?

FX52 NMV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vaneo, first registered on 9 September 2002.

Is FX52 NMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX52 NMV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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