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YL16 TEY

2016 Mercedes-benz Vito

Blue Diesel 2143cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

228,259 mi
Last recorded228,259 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito89,496 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL16 TEY
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,143cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 228,259 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 222,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 216,949 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 212,233 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 212,204 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function spring seat damaged (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 205,971 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 199,472 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH NEAR LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 172,472 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 136,085 miles

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2019 135,426 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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YL16 TEY is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito in Blue with a 2,143cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 89,496 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 YL16 TEY, 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 10 years old, this Mercedes-benz Vito is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YL16 TEY?

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What year was YL16 TEY registered?

YL16 TEY is a 2016 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is YL16 TEY safe to buy?

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