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MA51 BVZ

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2157cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,285 mi
Last recorded137,285 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2009
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA51 BVZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,157cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2009 137,285 miles

both front to rear brake pipes slight corrosion

nsr brake pipe slight corrosion

osf inner c.v boot insecure from driveshaft

osr brake pipe slight corrosion

rear discs slight corroded

side doors sills corroded

Fail 6 Jan 2009 137,285 miles

nsr brake pipe slight corrosion

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both front to rear brake pipes slight corrosion

osf inner c.v boot insecure from driveshaft

osr brake pipe slight corrosion

rear discs slight corroded

side doors sills corroded

Pass 28 Dec 2007

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

Pass 21 Nov 2006

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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MA51 BVZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,157cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 112,214 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 MA51 BVZ, 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 25 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MA51 BVZ registered?

MA51 BVZ is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is MA51 BVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA51 BVZ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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