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R712 EEH

1997 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

156,720 mi
Last recorded156,720 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito128,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR712 EEH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2011 156,720 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

rear chassis section slightly corroded

Fail 15 Jul 2011 156,720 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Nov 2010 149,538 miles

washer not enough fliud

Pass 15 Apr 2008 149,008 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 149,008 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 149,004 miles

corrosion to chassis rails

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 9 Mar 2006 145,899 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2006 145,899 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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R712 EEH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red 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 R712 EEH, 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

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What year was R712 EEH registered?

R712 EEH is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R712 EEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R712 EEH 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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