MERCEDES-BENZ VITO MOT pass rate
75.2% of 128,142 MERCEDES-BENZ VITO MOT tests pass.
The VITO passes 75.2% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MERCEDES-BENZ models (83.5%).
At 75.2%, The MERCEDES-BENZ VITO passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate drops sharply with age: the MERCEDES-BENZ VITO tested at 0–3 years pass 87.5% of the time, compared with just 66.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | 87.5% | 3,359 | 60,204 miles |
| 3–6 years | 83.4% | 25,127 | 88,614 miles |
| 6–10 years | 78.3% | 39,249 | 132,851 miles |
| 10–15 years | 71.5% | 32,772 | 172,881 miles |
| 15+ years | 66.2% | 27,635 | 166,232 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ VITO fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 54.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 54.7% | Not working |
| Brakes | 54.7% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Suspension | 40.7% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Tyres | 20.4% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 17.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Body, chassis, structure | 15.1% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 13.6% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.3% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 4.7% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.7% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related MERCEDES-BENZ models
- MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS — 81.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS — 85.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ E-CLASS — 83.3% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLA — 89.4% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ GLC — 91.1% pass rate
- MERCEDES-BENZ CLA — 87.2% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MERCEDES-BENZ VITO?
- 75.2% of MERCEDES-BENZ VITO MOT tests pass, based on 128,142 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MERCEDES-BENZ VITO?
- The most common reason the MERCEDES-BENZ VITO fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 54.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the MERCEDES-BENZ VITO's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MERCEDES-BENZ service history guide for how to check and keep one.