2014 MERCEDES-BENZ VITO2.1L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance trend characterized by a failure to address recurring mechanical issues between inspections. While it passed its most recent test in October 2025 at 121,978 miles, this followed a significant failure just nine days prior. The October 2025 failure revealed an inoperative offside rear parking brake and low overall efficiency, which were only rectified immediately before the retest. This pattern suggests an owner who performs the minimum work required to pass an MOT rather than engaging in proactive preventative maintenance. At a recorded mileage of 121,978 miles over 12 years, the Vito has averaged approximately 10,165 miles per year. This usage is consistent with a commercial vehicle of this age. The data shows steady usage patterns, with roughly 7,700 miles covered between October 2023 and October 2024, and another 7,850 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This consistent mileage explains the progressive wear observed on rubber-based components and lighting assemblies throughout the record. A buyer must scrutinise the front suspension, as both the nearside and offside lower suspension arm bushes have been flagged as worn in every single test since October 2023. Although the tester did not find excessive movement, the persistence of this advisory indicates the bushes are reaching their terminal limit and have not been replaced. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage dust cover was also noted as severely deteriorated in 2025, posing a risk of joint failure if the moisture ingress is not addressed. The windscreen has been noted as damaged for at least three years dating back to 2023, suggesting a lack of attention to cosmetic repairs. Given the recent failure of the parking brake, a physical inspection of the braking mechanism is essential to ensure the cables are not seized and that the vehicle does not pull upon application. The recurring history of failed stop lamps and headlamps further necessitates a thorough functional check of the electrical system and exterior lighting to ensure no other hidden faults remain.