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Y297 WEF

2001 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

139,745 mi
Last recorded139,745 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2008
Typical for 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito112,214 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY297 WEF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2008 139,745 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 117,508 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 90,620 miles

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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Y297 WEF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 Y297 WEF, 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 Y297 WEF?

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What year was Y297 WEF registered?

Y297 WEF is a 2001 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 5 July 2001.

Is Y297 WEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y297 WEF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y297 WEF have outstanding finance?

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