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SAM 250

2010 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

73,513 mi
Last recorded73,513 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2010 Mercedes-benz Vito125,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAM 250
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 73,513 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 69,532 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 66,288 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 61,401 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 57,431 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 57,341 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 54,029 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 48,877 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 43,661 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 38,531 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 32,801 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 27,406 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 22,296 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 16,662 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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SAM 250 is a 2010 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 2,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2010 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 125,343 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 SAM 250, 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 16 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SAM 250?

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What year was SAM 250 registered?

SAM 250 is a 2010 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 March 2010.

Is SAM 250 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SAM 250 shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SAM 250 have outstanding finance?

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