2002 · 22 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2002 Mercedes-Benz Vito MOT pass rate and common faults

394 MOT tests in 2024. 53.8% passed first time, compared with 58.1% for all cars the same age.

93Below average
Passed first time53.8%
Failed or needed repairs46.2%
Typical mileage at test129,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 394 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.6%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt8.6%
  3. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements7.1%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively6.3%
  5. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.8%
  6. Position lamp: not working4.8%
  7. Horn: not working4.1%
  8. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.8%
  9. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.8%
  10. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam3.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics46.7%
  2. Brakes35.5%
  3. Body & chassis32.0%
  4. Suspension29.7%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)15.2%
  6. Tyres7.6%
  7. Seat belts & airbags6.3%
  8. Steering4.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded23.1%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened22.3%
  3. Non-component advisories: Play in steering rack inner joint(s)13.7%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm13.5%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced10.9%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vito?

In 2024, 53.8% of 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vito cars passed their MOT first time, across 394 tests. The average for all 22-year-old cars was 58.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vito?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vito reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 93, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).