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OU02 BTV

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

Maroon Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,781 mi
Last recorded102,781 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU02 BTV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 102,781 miles

Crack to windscreen

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2016 93,972 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2015 88,077 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 88,077 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 82,842 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 77,403 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear discs stating to corrod

Pass 22 Mar 2012 72,423 miles

Both front and rear brake discs worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 68,635 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

front discs worn rear discs corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2011 68,635 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front discs worn rear discs corroded

Fail 29 Mar 2010 64,643 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 64,643 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 60,551 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 58,016 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2008 58,016 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2007 50,070 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 35,586 miles

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

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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OU02 BTV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in Maroon with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 OU02 BTV, 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

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What year was OU02 BTV registered?

OU02 BTV is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 26 March 2002.

Is OU02 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU02 BTV shows 16 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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