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2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · AV61 LWD

AV61 LWD

2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (2.1L, diesel). First registered 01 Oct 2011. Recorded mileage 87,962 miles. MOT expired on 10 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
MERCEDES-BENZ VITO
Year / Origin
2011 · Ipswich
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 10 Aug 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
87,962 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.1L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 10 Aug 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
2011
Engine
2143cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a clean roadworthiness profile based on the most recent inspection. In the 12 August 2025 test at 87,962 miles, the van passed the MOT with no recorded defects or advisories. This indicates a stable maintenance trend where the mechanical and safety-critical components met all DVSA standards at the time of the test. The recorded mileage of 87,962 miles is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,864 miles per year. While this low usage typically suggests less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown. The latest test occurred less than a year prior to the current date, suggesting the vehicle remains in active use or maintained under a regular testing schedule. Despite the clean MOT report, a buyer must conduct a physical inspection focusing on components prone to age-related failure rather than mileage. Particular attention should be paid to suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and tyre sidewalls which can crack or perish regardless of low miles driven. The inspector should also check the structural integrity of the chassis for corrosion, as Mercedes-Benz models of this era are susceptible to surface and structural rust that may not always trigger a failure until it becomes significant.
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AV61 LWD Key Findings

  • 1 MOT test recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2025
  • 87,962 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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AV61 LWD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 16:43
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

1 MOT test are recorded for this 2011 Mercedes-Benz Vito (AV61 LWD) between August 2025 and August 2025.

The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 2 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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✗ Outstanding recall notice
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