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SM52 PVX

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,060 mi
Last recorded171,060 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM52 PVX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2014 171,060 miles

Oil leak

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s sill and arch corroded

Pass 7 Jan 2013 160,739 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 160,739 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 159,339 miles

front both sides metal brake pipes heavily greased

Pass 27 Jan 2011 157,221 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 152,528 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 152,528 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 149,857 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 139,700 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 121,070 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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SM52 PVX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SM52 PVX, 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 SM52 PVX registered?

SM52 PVX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 24 December 2002.

Is SM52 PVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM52 PVX shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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