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PJ18 DFZ

2018 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

80,964 mi
Last recorded80,964 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito75,451 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ18 DFZ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 80,964 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 79,126 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres just on limit

Fail 17 Jul 2025 79,126 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

nearside and offside rear tyres just on limit

Pass 2 Jul 2024 76,007 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 70,858 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 64,886 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2021 56,065 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2021 56,065 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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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PJ18 DFZ is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 75,451 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 PJ18 DFZ, 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 8 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PJ18 DFZ?

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What year was PJ18 DFZ registered?

PJ18 DFZ is a 2018 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 May 2018.

Is PJ18 DFZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ18 DFZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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