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KF52 YPX

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

206,115 mi
Last recorded206,115 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF52 YPX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2019 206,115 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 198,312 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 191,978 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

nearside rear tyre slightly perished on outer side wall

Pass 6 Jan 2016 179,481 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2015 170,026 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 170,024 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2014 161,318 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 158,801 miles

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

center exhaust mount corroded and insecure

Pass 10 Jan 2012 157,697 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 156,260 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 156,260 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 154,846 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2009 154,043 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Centre Front Lower Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jan 2008 145,101 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 99,100 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 86,788 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 86,788 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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KF52 YPX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KF52 YPX, 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 KF52 YPX registered?

KF52 YPX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 October 2002.

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