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RJ57 JJU

2007 Mercedes-benz Vito

Silver Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,891 mi
Last recorded161,891 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito122,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ57 JJU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 161,891 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2024 161,891 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 154,109 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 154,109 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 147,857 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 15 Oct 2022 147,857 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 144,392 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 135,482 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all. (4.4.3 (a))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. parking brake. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp. (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

parking brake foot pedal has little reserve travel.

engine oil level below minimum.

Fail 3 Sep 2020 135,410 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. incorrect. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

All direction indicators slightly discoloured all. (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at legal limit. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect damp. (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

engine oil level below minimum.

Pass 27 Sep 2019 120,748 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2018 110,199 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2018 109,855 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 101,461 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 29 Sep 2016 92,401 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 22 Sep 2015 82,380 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front tyre punctured

Pass 26 Sep 2014 71,490 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 60,984 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 51,381 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 41,943 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 32,647 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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RJ57 JJU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito in Silver with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 122,038 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 RJ57 JJU, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RJ57 JJU registered?

RJ57 JJU is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 27 September 2007.

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