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VU52 UTO

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

161,448 mi
Last recorded161,448 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 UTO
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 161,448 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 161,448 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 153,272 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 144,606 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 144,606 miles

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)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 138,602 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 136,752 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 134,820 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 130,004 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 130,004 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

rear b/disc's corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2009 121,743 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 113,204 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 100,852 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 85,604 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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VU52 UTO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 110,245 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 VU52 UTO, 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 24 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 VU52 UTO registered?

VU52 UTO is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 November 2002.

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