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SF02 NXL

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

217,991 mi
Last recorded217,991 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF02 NXL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2019 217,991 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 14 May 2019 217,991 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2018 197,543 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 196,348 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 195,600 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 194,997 miles

Underside covered over unable to carry out full inspection for corrosion

Pass 12 Jan 2011 194,477 miles

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 194,477 miles

Nearside Front Upper Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Upper Power steering pump leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Upper Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Offside Rear Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 168,274 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 11 Jan 2010 168,274 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition and function impaired (1.1.4a)

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

Nearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2008 137,644 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2007 120,365 miles

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 120,365 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 96,912 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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SF02 NXL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 110,245 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 SF02 NXL, 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 24 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SF02 NXL registered?

SF02 NXL is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 28 March 2002.

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