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SH21 XLN

2021 Mercedes-benz Vito

Black Diesel 1950cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,444 mi
Last recorded48,444 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2021 Mercedes-benz Vito58,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH21 XLN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2021
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,950cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 48,444 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 37,550 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 May 2024 27,556 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 May 2024 27,556 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre has multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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SH21 XLN is a 2021 Mercedes-benz Vito in Black with a 1,950cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2021 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 58,290 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 SH21 XLN, 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 5 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SH21 XLN?

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What year was SH21 XLN registered?

SH21 XLN is a 2021 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 10 May 2021.

Is SH21 XLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH21 XLN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH21 XLN have outstanding finance?

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