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JW53 JCS

2010 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

401,878 mi
Last recorded401,878 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz Vito125,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJW53 JCS
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 401,878 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2025 396,614 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 391,691 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2023 389,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 389,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 388,842 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Sep 2020 388,794 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Mar 2013 158,736 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 126,010 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 73,311 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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JW53 JCS is a 2010 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 125,343 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 JW53 JCS, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JW53 JCS registered?

JW53 JCS is a 2010 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 March 2010.

Is JW53 JCS safe to buy?

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