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2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · DG10 AGZ

DG10 AGZ

2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (2.1L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2010. Recorded mileage 232,079 miles. MOT expired on 15 Jan 2025.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
Year / Origin
2010 · Chester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 15 Jan 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
232,079 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
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Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 15 Jan 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2010
Engine
2148cc
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DG10 AGZ Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2024
  • 232,079 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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DG10 AGZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vito (DG10 AGZ) between November 2022 and January 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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DG10 AGZ Mileage History

  1. 11/11/2022223,702 mi
  2. 11/11/2022223,708 mi+6 mi
  3. 05/01/2024231,969 mi+8,261 mi
  4. 16/01/2024232,079 mi+110 mi

Average of roughly 7,102 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Buying Score
38/100
Risk Level
High
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Est. Annual Cost
£4,000-£5,500
Mileage
At 232,079 miles recorded against a 2010...

Our Verdict

This high-mileage 2010 Mercedes-Benz Vit

Given the recorded mileage of 232,079, this Vito is well into the upper end of its working life for a commercial diesel, and you should assume that major drivetrain components such as the dual-mass flywheel, turbocharger, injectors, clutch and suspension bushes may be approaching or past the point of replacement. The fact that the 2024 MOT failure recorded no defects in the summary is unusual and may indicate an administrative issue or a category not captured in the summary; ask the seller for the full MOT failure sheet and any rectification invoices before committing. The thin testing history is itself a concern: only four MOT tests across 15 years suggests either long periods off the road, commercial use exemptions during certain windows, or possible gaps that should be investigated. A pre-purchase inspection by a Mercedes-Benz specialist or a van-focused garage is strongly recommended, with particular attention paid to the timing chain (on this 2148cc diesel), EGR valve, and any signs of timing chain stretch.

The 2.1-litre diesel Vito typically returns around 32-38 mpg depending on load, returning roughly £0.18-0.22 per mile in fuel at current diesel prices, which on a high-mileage working life of say 15,000 miles per year would mean around £2,700-£3,300 in annual fuel alone. Road tax for a 2010 diesel of this engine size sits in a higher VED band, and commercial variants often fall into a different cost structure, so verify the exact band with the V5C. Insurance for a Vito is moderate, typically group 7-9, and parts are more expensive than smaller vans due to Mercedes-Benz pricing, while routine servicing with a franchised dealer can easily exceed £400 per visit. Estimated total annual running costs are likely in the £4,000-£5,500 range once fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance for a high-mileage diesel are combined.

On inspection, pay close attention to the 2.1-litre diesel engine for any signs of timing chain noise on startup, as this is a known concern on Mercedes diesel units of this era, and check the turbo and intercooler pipes for oil residue. Lift the vehicle to examine the subframe, rear axle and suspension components for wear, as commercial vans accumulate structural fatigue faster than passenger cars. Inspect the dual-mass flywheel for rattle when the engine is idling in neutral, and check the clutch for slip under load. The MOT record shows two failures in quick succession to passes, so request the full failure details (even if the summary shows no defects) and verify that any items were properly repaired rather than simply passed on retest.

This DG10AGZ Vito is a 2148cc diesel van first registered in March 2010, finished in white. The MOT history is unusually thin, with just four tests recorded between 2010 and 2024, the most recent being a pass at 232,079 miles in January 2024. Two failures appear in the record, including one just eleven days before a pass, which suggests advisory or borderline issues that were quickly resolved. No model aggregate data is available, so reliability must be assessed primarily from the individual vehicle record and the obvious fact of very high accumulated mileage.

The Mercedes-Benz Vito has a broadly solid reputation in the UK light commercial vehicle market, but this individual vehicle cannot be assessed against aggregate reliability data as none is available for the model.

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