MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
143,218 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
all metal brake pipes corroded
both front flexi brake hoses perished
offside inner driveshaft gaitor split
stone chip in nearside headlamp
How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Vito?
Based on 2,011,702 MOT tests across 164,434 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R118 EWV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 R118 EWV, 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 R118 EWV?
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What year was R118 EWV registered?
R118 EWV is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 8 August 1997.
Is R118 EWV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R118 EWV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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