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S69 NKV

1998 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,684 mi
Last recorded117,684 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2012
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito123,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS69 NKV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2012 117,684 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Front screen damage but not obscuring drivers view.

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)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 117,658 miles

corrosion at sills

Pass 14 Apr 2009 117,365 miles

both front brake flexs starting to crack

both front side wing indicator bulbs starting to lose colour

both front wiper blades split on ends

crack on o/s/f headlight glass

o/s/f tyre inner edge wearing poss tracking out

rear wiper blade split

Pass 17 Jan 2008 110,245 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 105,155 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2007 105,153 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Jan 2006 98,824 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2006 98,823 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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S69 NKV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 S69 NKV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S69 NKV?

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What year was S69 NKV registered?

S69 NKV is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S69 NKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S69 NKV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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