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P912 MVW

1997 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

206,218 mi
Last recorded206,218 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito128,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP912 MVW
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2010 206,218 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 206,218 miles

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

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 205,081 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 203,085 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2008 203,081 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 199,890 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 198,673 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 198,673 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

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

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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P912 MVW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P912 MVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P912 MVW?

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What year was P912 MVW registered?

P912 MVW is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 January 1997.

Is P912 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P912 MVW shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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