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KX02 VDM

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX02 VDM
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside front door slightly corroded.

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Mar 2016

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside front door slightly corroded.

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 143,951 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2015 143,951 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 135,558 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2014 135,558 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 126,470 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 115,455 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2012 115,453 miles

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)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2011 101,560 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 101,560 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 88,731 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 76,643 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2009 76,641 miles

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

o/s inner c/v gaitor split

Pass 19 Feb 2008 65,116 miles

only 1 passenger seat fitted at time of test

Fail 19 Feb 2008 65,116 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

only 1 passenger seat fitted at time of test

Pass 12 Feb 2007 49,739 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 36,491 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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KX02 VDM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red 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 KX02 VDM, 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 KX02 VDM registered?

KX02 VDM is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is KX02 VDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX02 VDM 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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