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J1 BUT

2018 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

144,047 mi
Last recorded144,047 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito75,451 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 BUT
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 144,047 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2026 139,776 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2025 131,881 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 128,746 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 128,746 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2024 110,613 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2023 88,777 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 59,331 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 46,394 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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J1 BUT is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 75,451 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 J1 BUT, 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 8 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 J1 BUT?

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What year was J1 BUT registered?

J1 BUT is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 March 2018.

Is J1 BUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 BUT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J1 BUT have outstanding finance?

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