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P25 WKH

1997 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2022
Tests31 (16 pass, 15 fail)
Pass rate51.6%

Mileage

188,018 mi
Last recorded188,018 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2026
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito128,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP25 WKH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 15 fail
Fail 30 Sep 2026 188,018 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front most mount below headlamp (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear most mount next to jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel well (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front most mount below headlamp (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear most mount next to jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under headlamp (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wheel well (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan boxed section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting rear valance x 4 (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2025 187,965 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting under head light (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting all marked with yellow chalk (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

under side of vehicle rusty

Pass 9 Nov 2021 187,492 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking points badly corroded **BORDERLINE** (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive jacking point **BORDERLINE** (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 187,488 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 185,712 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Oct 2020 185,712 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 May 2019 183,143 miles

Both inner sills rusty.

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both. (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 May 2019 183,141 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Both inner sills rusty.

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both. (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre And worn on inner shoulder.

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 179,174 miles

both front wipers slightly smearing

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 31 Mar 2018 179,133 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Electrical wiring insecure ABS wire (1.9.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

brake pedal anti-slip rubber slightly worn

offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 3 Apr 2017 174,976 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 171,545 miles

underside recently sprayed with undershield

Pass 4 Aug 2014 169,815 miles

c v boots weeping

considerable corrosion to underside of vehicle

early perishing to flexible brake hoses

wear within steering noted

Fail 1 Aug 2014 169,175 miles

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

c v boots weeping

considerable corrosion to underside of vehicle

early perishing to flexible brake hoses

wear within steering noted

Pass 10 Jul 2013 167,555 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring 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)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 167,540 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 May 2012 163,517 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 163,293 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 161,476 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 26 May 2011 161,476 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 150,715 miles

Rear cross-member outriggers excessivley corroded

Fail 26 May 2010 158,707 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear cross-member outriggers excessivley corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2009 154,391 miles

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2009 154,391 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 148,889 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 148,889 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Gearbox cracked and leaking oil.

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front drive shaft inner boot split open.

Pass 12 Jun 2007 141,628 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Fail 7 Jun 2007 141,628 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Offside Headlamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.2.4c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 132,377 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 132,377 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2005 123,570 miles

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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P25 WKH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 51.6%.

Across all 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 128,604 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 P25 WKH, 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 29 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P25 WKH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 18 June 1997.

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