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R350 KAX

1998 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2026
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

258,995 mi
Last recorded258,995 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito123,856 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR350 KAX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2026 258,995 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill at suspension arm mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill at suspension arm mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 256,752 miles

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2025 256,752 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced vehicle has previous repairs and various areas of corrosion on underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system to rear pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills both sides (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 254,834 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front pipes to flex hoses and front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front jack point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced previous welding repairs to underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2024 254,727 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam affecting o/s lamp (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flex hose (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen in an unacceptable condition major crack/damage (3.2 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front jack point areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside has had various welding repairs previously (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 252,915 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area, had previous welding repairs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at jack point had previous repairs also (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member corroded also had previous repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides at front most suspension arm mounts area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 252,915 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken fouling tyre (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling broken spring excess damage to inner wall 215 65 16 c (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken fouling tyre (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling broken spring inner wall damaged to excess 215 65 16 c (5.2.3 (f))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area, had previous welding repairs (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill at jack point had previous repairs also (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member corroded also had previous repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides at front most suspension arm mounts area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 250,826 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 244,902 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 244,898 miles

Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2020 238,152 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 238,149 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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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R350 KAX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 123,856 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 R350 KAX, 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 28 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R350 KAX is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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