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OX52 BUX

2007 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

203,185 mi
Last recorded203,185 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito122,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX52 BUX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 203,185 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 203,177 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 196,970 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2023 190,905 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2023 190,905 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

eml illuminated

Pass 15 Nov 2022 180,539 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 172,891 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

rattle from prop shaft

Pass 20 Nov 2020 168,082 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL light on

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside parking brake effort low

Reverse lights not working

Fail 10 Nov 2020 167,910 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded in engine bay (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded in engine bay (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Engine MIL light on

Offside parking brake effort low

Reverse lights not working

Pass 22 Nov 2019 163,569 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 156,567 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 149,033 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2017 149,033 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 140,497 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 140,471 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 132,008 miles

Offside Front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Pass 16 Oct 2014 115,327 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2014 115,301 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 87,932 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 87,932 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2012 64,620 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 52,503 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2011 52,502 miles

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

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 23 Jun 2010 33,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s wiper blade starting to split

Pass 23 Jun 2010 33,173 miles

n/s wiper blade starting to split

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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OX52 BUX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 122,038 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 OX52 BUX, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OX52 BUX registered?

OX52 BUX is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 June 2007.

Is OX52 BUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for OX52 BUX shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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