2015 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · AX65 DBO

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 17 July 2025, although it carries an advisory regarding the nearside rear tyre being worn close to the legal limit. Reviewing the history since 2023, the maintenance trend appears reactive rather than preventative. The vehicle has suffered multiple failures related to headlamp alignment and a significant engine management light malfunction, suggesting that basic roadworthiness checks are often only performed at the point of the annual test rather than as part of a routine maintenance schedule. With 140,091 miles recorded over an eleven year period, the vehicle has averaged approximately 12,736 miles per year. This is a high annual usage rate consistent with a commercial working life. Such mileage implies significant cumulative wear on all major mechanical components, particularly the drivetrain, clutch, and suspension system. Prospective buyers should anticipate that many high-wear consumables will be nearing the end of their operational life if they have not already been replaced. Particular attention must be paid to the front suspension and steering geometry. The 2024 advisory for play in the nearside front sub-frame ball joint, combined with the 2023 record of inner edge wear on the offside front tyre, strongly suggests a history of alignment issues or deteriorating suspension bushes. During a test drive, listen for knocking or clunking sounds when traversing uneven surfaces and inspect the current tyre treads for uneven wear patterns, which would indicate that the tracking remains incorrect or that further suspension components have perished. The 2024 failure regarding the engine management light indicates a previous malfunction within the electronic control system or emissions equipment. It is imperative to verify through service records exactly what fault was present and how it was rectified, as intermittent sensor failures or DPF issues are common at this mileage. Additionally, given the high usage, the buyer should verify the service intervals for the oil and filters and check for any signs of fluid leaks around the engine bay or evidence of brake disc corrosion and binding calipers if the vehicle has had any recent periods of inactivity.