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S916 FNH

1998 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

184,233 mi
Last recorded184,233 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito123,856 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS916 FNH
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2008 184,233 miles

Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Fail 30 Sep 2008 184,233 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Inner Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 7 Oct 2007 177,289 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 168,183 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 168,183 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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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S916 FNH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S916 FNH, 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

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What year was S916 FNH registered?

S916 FNH is a 1998 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 7 August 1998.

Is S916 FNH safe to buy?

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