2001 · 23 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2001 Mercedes-Benz Vito MOT pass rate and common faults

226 MOT tests in 2024. 52.2% passed first time, compared with 59.4% for all cars the same age.

88Well below average
Passed first time52.2%
Failed or needed repairs47.8%
Typical mileage at test119,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 226 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength11.9%
  2. Joints: constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt11.5%
  3. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements6.6%
  4. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam5.8%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.9%
  6. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.4%
  7. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded4.4%
  8. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced4.0%
  9. Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength3.5%
  10. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.1%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics41.2%
  2. Suspension32.3%
  3. Brakes32.3%
  4. Body & chassis31.0%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)8.8%
  6. Seat belts & airbags7.5%
  7. Tyres7.5%
  8. Steering5.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded26.1%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened13.3%
  3. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength12.8%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm11.1%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.6%

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 2001 Mercedes-Benz Vito?

In 2024, 52.2% of 2001 Mercedes-Benz Vito cars passed their MOT first time, across 226 tests. The average for all 23-year-old cars was 59.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2001 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 2001 Mercedes-Benz Vito reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 88, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).