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LG61 TKU

2011 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

226,500 mi
Last recorded226,500 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito119,633 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG61 TKU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 226,500 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear rev light not working

Fail 3 Nov 2025 226,485 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure center exhaust clamp corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides low efficiencies (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear rev light not working

Pass 14 Nov 2024 220,773 miles

Offside Front headlamp water ingress but aim pattern ok

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear part of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Nov 2024 220,772 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel foot operated handbrake lever (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure rear exhaust clamp missing- axle area (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low efficiencies (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low efficiencies (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front headlamp water ingress but aim pattern ok

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear part of front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mounting corroded off (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2023 214,425 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2023 214,376 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2022 210,857 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2022 210,857 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 205,725 miles

Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts , outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

parking brake travel requires ajustment

Pass 14 Sep 2020 202,015 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 194,064 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2019 194,021 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2019 185,405 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2019 185,405 miles

Nearside Rear Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2018 175,056 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 163,329 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 163,329 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2017 153,671 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 153,671 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 144,601 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2017 144,601 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 133,128 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 125,382 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 125,382 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 111,654 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 102,996 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

zero emission

Pass 19 Sep 2014 91,770 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 82,294 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 72,354 miles

N/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge (bald)

O/s/f tyre wearing oon outer edge

front discs are lipped

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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LG61 TKU is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

Across all 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 119,633 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 LG61 TKU, 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 15 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LG61 TKU?

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What year was LG61 TKU registered?

LG61 TKU is a 2011 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 September 2011.

Is LG61 TKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG61 TKU shows 29 tests with a 65.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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