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FY52 VYG

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2012
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

98,550 mi
Last recorded98,550 miles
Recorded on23 May 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 VYG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2011 98,550 miles

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

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

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

inner cv gator offside front

Pass 6 May 2010 91,907 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 80,497 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2009 80,497 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 22 May 2008 74,143 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 64,807 miles

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

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

drivers front tyre cut on side walls

drivers front tyre cut side walls

passenger front tyre side walls cut

passenger rear tyre cut side walls

Pass 25 May 2006 58,623 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 58,621 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

n/s/f tyre cut on sidewalls

oil level low

Pass 26 May 2005 51,301 miles
Fail 25 May 2005 51,301 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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FY52 VYG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 FY52 VYG, 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

How do I check the history of FY52 VYG?

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What year was FY52 VYG registered?

FY52 VYG is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is FY52 VYG safe to buy?

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