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R845 AMB

1997 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

178,977 mi
Last recorded178,977 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito128,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR845 AMB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Oct 2016 178,977 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle (7.1.2)

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

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Trailing arm mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (3.5.1g)

Middle seat belt buckle outer case missing but still works

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Outer Tyre side wall perished

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 162,460 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

underseal applied to underbody repairs unable to determine quality of repairs

Pass 22 Apr 2014

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2013

Oil leak

Pass 23 Apr 2012
Pass 20 Apr 2011 145,838 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 136,516 miles

front brake discs and pads getting low

Pass 11 Apr 2009 129,403 miles

all four brake discs getting worn

Pass 15 Apr 2008 123,870 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 118,112 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 108,235 miles

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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R845 AMB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R845 AMB, 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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What year was R845 AMB registered?

R845 AMB is a 1997 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R845 AMB shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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