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VU57 VBN

2007 Mercedes-benz Vito

Red Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

268,755 mi
Last recorded268,755 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito122,038 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU57 VBN
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 268,755 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 254,915 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2015 242,020 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2015 242,020 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 228,945 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 210,454 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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)

n/s rear tyre has a cut in tread area to side wall (no cords or ply's showing)

Pass 23 Aug 2012 182,378 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 182,378 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 151,083 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 121,002 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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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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VU57 VBN is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito in Red with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 122,038 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 VU57 VBN, 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 19 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU57 VBN registered?

VU57 VBN is a 2007 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 11 September 2007.

Is VU57 VBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU57 VBN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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