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P837 YPJ

1996 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

226,480 mi
Last recorded226,480 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2022
Typical for 1996 Mercedes-benz Vito129,130 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP837 YPJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2022 226,480 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 226,480 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 26,362 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 23,556 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 22,377 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 20,945 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 19,175 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded up to offside front flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 16,651 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 13,855 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 10,105 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 6,970 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 1,946 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 96,657 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 92,063 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 89,239 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 89,227 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 85,979 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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P837 YPJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1996 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.9% with a typical mileage of 129,130 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 P837 YPJ, 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 30 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 P837 YPJ registered?

P837 YPJ is a 1996 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 December 1996.

Is P837 YPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P837 YPJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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