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V959 DGV

1999 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2020
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

130,585 mi
Last recorded130,585 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito117,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV959 DGV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 130,585 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 23 May 2018 126,690 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front anti roll bar link slight play

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip zone B (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2017 118,330 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2016 110,432 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 96,624 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 May 2015 96,624 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 87,480 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 83,428 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 76,507 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2012 76,475 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 May 2011 68,674 miles

Offside Inner Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 4 May 2011 68,674 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 62,835 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 57,454 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 53,026 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 48,187 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 43,379 miles
Pass 6 May 2005 36,256 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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V959 DGV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 V959 DGV, 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 V959 DGV registered?

V959 DGV is a 1999 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 14 September 1999.

Is V959 DGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for V959 DGV shows 18 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.

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