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X491 VLG

2000 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,361 mi
Last recorded148,361 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2012
Typical for 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito111,462 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX491 VLG
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2012 148,361 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside inner cv gaitor split

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside inner cv gaiter split

Pass 2 Feb 2011 140,122 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

o/s sliding doorhandle missing

o/s/f inner c/v/boot missing

Pass 5 Feb 2010 131,886 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 123,093 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 114,470 miles

Nearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

o/s inner c v boot spliting

Pass 19 Feb 2007 105,966 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 96,391 miles

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

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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X491 VLG is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 X491 VLG, 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 X491 VLG?

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What year was X491 VLG registered?

X491 VLG is a 2000 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 21 December 2000.

Is X491 VLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X491 VLG shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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