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FY61 DFZ

2011 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,989 mi
Last recorded34,989 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito119,633 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY61 DFZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2011
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 34,989 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2024 29,080 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 21,498 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 19,888 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 19,867 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 19,856 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 19,856 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 19,842 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 19,690 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 19,436 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 19,110 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 15,356 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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FY61 DFZ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 119,633 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 FY61 DFZ, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY61 DFZ?

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What year was FY61 DFZ registered?

FY61 DFZ is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 November 2011.

Is FY61 DFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY61 DFZ shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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