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LM18 DVB

2018 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

98,524 mi
Last recorded98,524 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito75,451 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM18 DVB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 98,524 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 86,268 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive timing cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2024 86,258 miles

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive timing cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 67,209 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Jun 2023 67,205 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in Tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 56,377 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Parking Brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2021 33,080 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2021 33,080 miles

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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LM18 DVB is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 1,598cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 75,451 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 LM18 DVB, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LM18 DVB registered?

LM18 DVB is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 May 2018.

Is LM18 DVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM18 DVB shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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