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YH52 VLP

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

128,326 mi
Last recorded128,326 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2014
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH52 VLP
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2014 128,326 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 6 Feb 2013 173,060 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Centre exhaust silencer starting to blow

Corrosion starting to apear on O/S sill.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 25 Jan 2013 172,794 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Centre exhaust silencer starting to blow

Corrosion starting to apear on O/S sill.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jan 2012 157,948 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 147,228 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2010 138,274 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 125,213 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 116,129 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 105,597 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 86,439 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2005 86,439 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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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YH52 VLP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YH52 VLP, 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

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What year was YH52 VLP registered?

YH52 VLP is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 4 November 2002.

Is YH52 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YH52 VLP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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