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L123 GAO

2020 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

86,169 mi
Last recorded86,169 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2020 Mercedes-benz Vito62,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL123 GAO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2020
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 86,169 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2026 86,169 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (7.1.6 (a))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides strongly advised to replace (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 51,928 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2025 120,629 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 103,967 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 48,085 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2023 67,221 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 39,661 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 51,139 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 35,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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L123 GAO is a 2020 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2020 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 62,118 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 L123 GAO, 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 6 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L123 GAO registered?

L123 GAO is a 2020 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 August 2020.

Is L123 GAO safe to buy?

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