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VIB 225

2016 Mercedes-benz V

Black Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,200 mi
Last recorded67,200 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz V74,172 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVIB 225
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelV
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Nov 2025 67,200 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 62,705 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 60,611 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 56,272 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 49,144 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2021 48,002 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both undercover fitted obscuring some components (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 40,184 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz V?

Based on 145,330 MOT tests across 14,984 vehicles.

77.2%
Pass Rate
9,290
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
14,984
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,393
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,912
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,745
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,724
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 1,893
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VIB 225 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz V in Black with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 74,172 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz V fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 4,393 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VIB 225, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz V typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz V is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VIB 225?

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What year was VIB 225 registered?

VIB 225 is a 2016 Mercedes-benz V, first registered on 20 December 2016.

Is VIB 225 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VIB 225 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VIB 225 have outstanding finance?

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