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V483 MGU

1999 Mercedes-benz Vito

Green Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,715 mi
Last recorded98,715 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2010
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito117,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV483 MGU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2010 98,715 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 76,284 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

brake warning lamp on

Pass 18 Jan 2008 73,125 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 73,122 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 58,208 miles

advise both front inner c.v boots

advise handbrake travel

advise nearside front indicator lamp

advise nearside rear lamp

advise offside front flexible brake hose

Pass 20 Sep 2005 47,196 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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V483 MGU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito in Green with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V483 MGU, 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 V483 MGU?

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What year was V483 MGU registered?

V483 MGU is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 September 1999.

Is V483 MGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V483 MGU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V483 MGU have outstanding finance?

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