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P479 JRJ

1997 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,691 mi
Last recorded60,691 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito128,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP479 JRJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 60,691 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Inner sill corroded

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Inner sill corroded

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

Offside Rear outer sill corroded

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 53,965 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front inner sill corroded

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 53,961 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear tyre tread cracking

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Inner sill corroded

Offside Rear tyre tread cracking

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 53,421 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both o/s n/s fronts (1.1.11 (c))

slight surface rusting to underside of vehicle

Pass 22 Aug 2019 52,409 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 50,985 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 50,985 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose refit (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 49,310 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 47,975 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 47,388 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 45,968 miles

Corrosion on rear discs inner surface All rear brake effort lower than normal

Pass 31 Aug 2013 45,074 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 44,105 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 42,858 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 41,216 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 40,342 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 39,282 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2008 39,282 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 38,515 miles

Repairs as fail 10/sept

Fail 10 Sep 2007 38,495 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 37,716 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 36,960 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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P479 JRJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 P479 JRJ, 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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What year was P479 JRJ registered?

P479 JRJ is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 January 1997.

Is P479 JRJ safe to buy?

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