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MK51 FWA

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

213,712 mi
Last recorded213,712 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2010
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK51 FWA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2010 213,712 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion on front slam panel

Pass 9 Oct 2009 195,881 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 177,869 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 161,329 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 143,180 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2005 120,261 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2005 120,261 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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MK51 FWA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MK51 FWA, 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.

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What year was MK51 FWA registered?

MK51 FWA is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 September 2001.

Is MK51 FWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK51 FWA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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