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GN17 VAY

2017 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

168,113 mi
Last recorded168,113 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito86,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN17 VAY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2017
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 168,113 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 137,888 miles

Front Outer Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front outer edges are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front engine mount rubber have slight excess movement

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear inner surfaces corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2025 137,888 miles

Front Outer Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front outer edges are lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front engine mount rubber have slight excess movement

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear inner surfaces corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 105,829 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened REAR DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2023 93,485 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2022 77,517 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

Pass 17 Feb 2021 59,621 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 47,518 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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GN17 VAY is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 86,763 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 GN17 VAY, 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 9 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 GN17 VAY?

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What year was GN17 VAY registered?

GN17 VAY is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 March 2017.

Is GN17 VAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN17 VAY shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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