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LV02 XFX

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Grey Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2012
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

174,369 mi
Last recorded174,369 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2011
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 XFX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2011 174,369 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 174,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

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

both inner driveshaft gaiters split

Pass 22 Jan 2010 160,343 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 160,343 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

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

front tyres getting low on tread

near side mirror glass damaged

Pass 2 Dec 2008 145,999 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 145,999 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

near side mirror glass cracked

off side rear tyre misshaped

Pass 19 Nov 2007 117,204 miles

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 19 Nov 2007 117,204 miles

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

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

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 16 Nov 2006 86,426 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2006 86,426 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 59,537 miles

LH DOOR MIRROR GLASS CRACKED.

Fail 17 Nov 2005 59,537 miles

LH DOOR MIRROR GLASS CRACKED.

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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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LV02 XFX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Grey with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 LV02 XFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LV02 XFX?

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What year was LV02 XFX registered?

LV02 XFX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 June 2002.

Is LV02 XFX safe to buy?

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