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WK52 TAU

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

178,647 mi
Last recorded178,647 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2008
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK52 TAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2008 178,647 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Spare tyre defective

front drive shafts os and ns have split inner boots

fuel cap corroded inside this could introduce dirt or water into fuel system

Fail 5 Feb 2008 178,647 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Spare tyre defective

front drive shafts os and ns have split inner boots

fuel cap corroded inside this could introduce dirt or water into fuel system

Pass 29 Jan 2007 141,831 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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WK52 TAU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WK52 TAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WK52 TAU?

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What year was WK52 TAU registered?

WK52 TAU is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 25 October 2002.

Is WK52 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK52 TAU shows 3 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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