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X188 NWC

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2011
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,466 mi
Last recorded139,466 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2010
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX188 NWC
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2010 139,466 miles

as on original test [contact vosa]

Fail 14 Oct 2010 139,466 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn control insecure (1.6.1)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 120,970 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2009 120,970 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2008 110,492 miles

handbrake travel slightly high

Fail 28 Feb 2008 110,492 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

drivers door mirror cracked

handbrake travel slightly high

Pass 23 Feb 2007 102,273 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2007 102,273 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 91,518 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2006 91,518 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

vin plate not fitted

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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X188 NWC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X188 NWC, 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 X188 NWC?

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What year was X188 NWC registered?

X188 NWC is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is X188 NWC safe to buy?

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