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WV51 HAU

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

189,569 mi
Last recorded189,569 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV51 HAU
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2013 189,569 miles

surface corrosion

Pass 16 Jun 2012 182,655 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

surface corrosion

Pass 14 Jun 2011 176,465 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

surface corrosion

Pass 23 Feb 2010 156,174 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 138,065 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 119,564 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 931,068 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 81,767 miles

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

crack in windscreen outside of swept area

Fail 11 Oct 2005 81,767 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

crack in windscreen outside of swept area

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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WV51 HAU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 112,214 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 WV51 HAU, 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 25 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 WV51 HAU?

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What year was WV51 HAU registered?

WV51 HAU is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 22 October 2001.

Is WV51 HAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV51 HAU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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