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T734 EFJ

1999 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,476 mi
Last recorded42,476 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito117,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT734 EFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 42,476 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2018 42,461 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements deteriorated (0.1 (d))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake performance only just met at 55% ( minimum requirement 50%) - requires attention

Pass 22 Feb 2017 42,340 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all hoses (3.6.B.4d)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 41,557 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 41,399 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 41,157 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 40,900 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 40,892 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

condensation both headlights

wheel chair lift flap not located

Pass 22 Jul 2011 37,776 miles

o/s inner cv gaiter split

Pass 29 Jul 2010 35,112 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 31,002 miles

o/s inner cv gaiter split

Pass 20 Dec 2007 27,525 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 27,519 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 25,122 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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T734 EFJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,299cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 T734 EFJ, 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

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What year was T734 EFJ registered?

T734 EFJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 May 1999.

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The MOT history for T734 EFJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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