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YN52 NBX

2002 Mercedes-benz Vito

White Diesel 2151cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

123,251 mi
Last recorded123,251 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2017
Typical for 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito110,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYN52 NBX
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelVito
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,151cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2017 123,251 miles

Under vehicle slightly corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2016 111,204 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 111,204 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 100,187 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 100,187 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 93,452 miles

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

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

rear brake pipes slightly corroded.

Pass 10 Sep 2012 88,862 miles

Chip in O/S Headlamp.

Front Wipers are worn.

Low Reserve Handbrake Travel.

N/S/R, and Both Front Brake Lines are corroding.

Rear Brake Discs are heavily scored.

Service Indicator, Glow Plug Lamp and EDC all continually illuminated.

Surface Corrosion on Body Work.

Fail 10 Sep 2012 88,862 miles

Chip in O/S Headlamp.

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Wipers are worn.

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Low Reserve Handbrake Travel.

N/S/R, and Both Front Brake Lines are corroding.

Rear Brake Discs are heavily scored.

Service Indicator, Glow Plug Lamp and EDC all continually illuminated.

Surface Corrosion on Body Work.

Pass 7 Sep 2011 83,621 miles

Both Front Brake Pipes are suffering from surface corrosion. Recommend either cleaning and protecting or replacement within 3 months.

Both Rear Brake Discs are heavily scored, but are operating to a good standard and are not weak.

Engine Emmissions are higher than expected for this vehicle, and close to required maximum limit. Recommend Engine Service and Fuel Injector Cleaner.

Gear Linkage appears to be stiff.

Headlamp Image is level, but in any place is no higher than the maximum height.

Minor Reserve Travel remaining on the handbrake mechanism. Advise adjustment.

N/S/F Brake Disc, is heavily corroded and approaching weak. Borderline to failure.

O/S Headlamp has a small chip.

O/S Wing Repeater Lamp Bulb, is loosing colour.

O/S/F Brake Disc is corroded and approaching minimum thickness.

Service Indicator, EDC and Glowplug Lamps are continually illuminated.

The Body of the vehicle is suffering from surface corrosion, heavy in places, but is not structurally affecting.

Pass 7 Sep 2010 78,777 miles

both headlamp images ,kick up line slightly to right but both images acceptable

corrosion on both inner and outer sills

corrosion on brake discs

corrosion on various body panels

corrosion started on various brake pipes

exhaust main silencer , slight blow to rear and joint to front of silencer heavily corroded , clamp rotten on same joint ,exhaust tailpipe heavily corroded [exhaust secure at this time]

gear linkage appears stiff to opearate

handbrake slightly high

o/s headlamp lens chipped

rubber deteriorating on both front brake hoses

spare tyre allmost flat

Pass 7 Sep 2009 71,031 miles

both front brake hoses corroded and worn

corrosion started on various body panels and sills - esp offside

exhaust tail pipe heavily corroded

o/s headlamp lens chipped

slight deterioration of rubber on both front brake hoses

Pass 3 Sep 2008 62,539 miles

exhaust tail pipe rotten on end

headlamp images slightly angled but conform

o/s headlamp lens chipped

Fail 3 Sep 2008 62,539 miles

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

brake fluid low

exhaust tail pipe rotten on end

headlamp images slightly angled but conform

o/s headlamp lens chipped

Pass 5 Sep 2007 56,695 miles

both headlamp images slightly angled ,but conform

brake fluid slightly low

centre silencer , small crack on outlet pipe

front brake pads low

o/s headlamp lens chipped

Pass 12 Sep 2006 47,408 miles

wipers worn

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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YN52 NBX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito in White with a 2,151cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YN52 NBX, 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 YN52 NBX registered?

YN52 NBX is a 2002 Mercedes-benz Vito, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is YN52 NBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YN52 NBX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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