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KD52 FXV

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

160,731 mi
Last recorded160,731 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD52 FXV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 160,731 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis rails (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis rails (6.1.B.2)

Fail 24 Oct 2016 160,688 miles

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

all wheels pertrueding body

Pass 6 Oct 2015 159,042 miles

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 6 Oct 2015 159,042 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Corrosion to underside of vehicle

Exhaust corroded

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 154,863 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 154,813 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d) DANGEROUS

hand brake both sides low effort

Pass 24 Sep 2013
Pass 4 Sep 2012 144,830 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 135,527 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 121,530 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Feb 2010 121,530 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 112,348 miles

all tyres inner edges starting to wear

front reg plate deteriorating

wsher jets insecure

Pass 26 Oct 2007 99,359 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 86,364 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 86,364 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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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KD52 FXV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 110,245 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 KD52 FXV, 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 24 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 KD52 FXV registered?

KD52 FXV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 November 2002.

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