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SJ17 FWG

2017 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

306,571 mi
Last recorded306,571 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito86,763 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ17 FWG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 306,571 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 276,139 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 245,064 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2023 244,882 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led fitted to halogen lamp (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible led fitted to halogen lamp (4.1.4 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 202,820 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 159,584 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 110,368 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2020 110,368 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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SJ17 FWG is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 86,763 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 SJ17 FWG, 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 9 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ17 FWG registered?

SJ17 FWG is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 15 March 2017.

Is SJ17 FWG safe to buy?

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