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PJ63 FBA

2013 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

164,015 mi
Last recorded164,015 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito110,190 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ63 FBA
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 164,015 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2026 163,992 miles

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

Exhaust mounting defective 1 hanger missing off 4 (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2026 163,992 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements grating noise (7.7 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective 1 hanger missing off 4 (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 152,488 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2024 141,521 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 141,520 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 129,848 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 119,466 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 109,989 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 101,274 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 101,268 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 16 Sep 2019 97,174 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 66,351 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Dec 2016 66,351 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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PJ63 FBA is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.4% with a typical mileage of 110,190 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 PJ63 FBA, 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 13 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was PJ63 FBA registered?

PJ63 FBA is a 2013 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 29 November 2013.

Is PJ63 FBA safe to buy?

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