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HY51 DYT

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

200,631 mi
Last recorded200,631 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2021
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY51 DYT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2021 200,631 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 191,722 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake has just met the min. requirement may need repair or adjustment.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 27 Jan 2020 191,722 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake has just met the min. requirement may need repair or adjustment.

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Feb 2019
Pass 20 Feb 2018
Pass 20 Feb 2017 124,663 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 116,291 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 107,421 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 98,947 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 172,943 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 162,995 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 162,987 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 154,455 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2011 154,449 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting corroded and its strength is seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s inner cv boot split

Pass 17 Feb 2010 147,912 miles

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

wipers in poor condition

Pass 18 Feb 2009 139,660 miles

both sill edges corroding

slam panel corroded

Pass 19 Feb 2008 139,637 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 18 Feb 2008 139,637 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 3 Jan 2007 126,068 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 2 Jan 2007 126,068 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 100,027 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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HY51 DYT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 112,214 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 HY51 DYT, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HY51 DYT registered?

HY51 DYT is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 2001.

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