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KS51 ZKE

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

129,049 mi
Last recorded129,049 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS51 ZKE
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 129,049 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 30 Jan 2018 129,047 miles

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

Nearside Inner Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 124,417 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 118,543 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 115,902 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 109,850 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 109,850 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

brake warning light on

Pass 22 Jul 2011 99,871 miles

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

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

advise - rear brake lines are cleaned and greased (where marked with chalk)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 99,871 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

advise - rear brake lines are cleaned and greased (where marked with chalk)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 89,394 miles

slight scoring to front discs

Fail 19 Jul 2010 89,394 miles

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

slight scoring to front discs

Pass 14 Jul 2009 84,565 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 84,565 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2008 76,604 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2008 76,604 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 67,828 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 67,828 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2006 58,016 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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KS51 ZKE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS51 ZKE, 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 KS51 ZKE registered?

KS51 ZKE is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 February 2002.

Is KS51 ZKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS51 ZKE shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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