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SJ17 FZX

2017 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

230,148 mi
Last recorded230,148 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito86,763 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 230,148 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2025 201,588 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 190,385 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 169,842 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 161,420 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 133,723 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Jun 2022 133,723 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2021 105,503 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 91,031 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 83,375 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2019 59,953 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 31,457 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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SJ17 FZX is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 SJ17 FZX, 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.

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What year was SJ17 FZX registered?

SJ17 FZX is a 2017 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 6 March 2017.

Is SJ17 FZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ17 FZX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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