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P59 TLG

1997 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

215,058 mi
Last recorded215,058 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito128,604 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 TLG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2008 215,058 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2008 215,048 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 192,457 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 192,451 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 30 Sep 2006 167,997 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 140,343 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2005 140,343 miles

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

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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P59 TLG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P59 TLG, 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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How do I check the history of P59 TLG?

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What year was P59 TLG registered?

P59 TLG is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 July 1997.

Is P59 TLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P59 TLG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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