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W388 YER

2000 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,280 mi
Last recorded191,280 miles
Recorded on3 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito111,462 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW388 YER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2016 191,280 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 May 2014 175,482 miles

slight corrosion to body work but no jagged edges

Pass 30 Nov 2012 157,589 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 157,589 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 148,698 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 142,379 miles

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

front number plate damaged

Fail 24 Aug 2010 142,379 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front number plate damaged

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 28 Aug 2009 127,081 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 127,081 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 115,627 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 101,938 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 101,938 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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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W388 YER is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 111,462 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 W388 YER, 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 26 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of W388 YER?

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What year was W388 YER registered?

W388 YER is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W388 YER safe to buy?

The MOT history for W388 YER shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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