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S31 FCB

2014 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2987cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

93,761 mi
Last recorded93,761 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2014 Mercedes-benz Vito103,888 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS31 FCB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,987cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 93,761 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Fail 20 Feb 2026 93,701 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

both front tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 21 Feb 2025 87,073 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2024 80,017 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 77,302 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2023 77,302 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up is to the right (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 68,422 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone, inner mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 57,371 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective also, rear clamp is missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2020 48,275 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

centre and rear exhaust clamps have rusted through

offside front tyre is wearing unevenly on inner edge

Pass 27 Mar 2019 37,345 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 25,346 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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S31 FCB is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,987cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2014 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 103,888 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 S31 FCB, 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 12 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S31 FCB registered?

S31 FCB is a 2014 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 September 2014.

Is S31 FCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S31 FCB shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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