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V585 FFJ

1999 Mercedes-benz Vito

Maroon Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

134,071 mi
Last recorded134,071 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito117,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV585 FFJ
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1999
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2022 134,071 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 130,639 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 128,028 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2020 128,019 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill under vehicle (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Nov 2019 124,860 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 121,124 miles

front and rear discs in poor condition

Pass 5 Dec 2017 117,409 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 112,924 miles

all 4 tyres close to limit

Pass 26 Nov 2015 108,100 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 108,100 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Dec 2014 102,215 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 97,892 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 95,417 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 95,417 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 93,271 miles

n/s inner cv boot perished

wiper rubbers split

Pass 8 Dec 2010 90,205 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 87,125 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 85,312 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 81,274 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 77,986 miles

both front inner drive shaft gaiters split

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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V585 FFJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito in Maroon with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 V585 FFJ, 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.

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What year was V585 FFJ registered?

V585 FFJ is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 3 December 1999.

Is V585 FFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V585 FFJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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