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T221 VFB

1999 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,656 mi
Last recorded110,656 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito117,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT221 VFB
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2010 110,656 miles

nearside inner rack loint slight play

nearside side loading door out handle missing

Fail 5 Dec 2010 110,651 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

bopth sides rear brake discs worn

nearside inner rack loint slight play

nearside side loading door out handle missing

rear pads worn low

Pass 1 Dec 2009 103,091 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 93,981 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 86,944 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 78,270 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 69,980 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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T221 VFB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.0% with a typical mileage of 117,280 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 T221 VFB, 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 27 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T221 VFB?

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What year was T221 VFB registered?

T221 VFB is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T221 VFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T221 VFB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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