2019 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · EJ69 FEX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding tyre management. While the most recent test on 4 December 2025 at 45,563 miles passed, it failed just one day prior due to a nearside front tyre with exposed cords and an offside front tyre wearing on edge. This recurring issue of uneven wear across the 2024 test at 37,898 miles indicates a persistent alignment problem or worn suspension components. At 45,563 miles over seven years, the Vito has averaged approximately 6,500 miles per year, which aligns with typical light commercial use or private vehicle ownership. The mileage data shows consistent annual progression, with roughly 8,200 miles driven between November 2022 and December 2023, and another 6,700 miles between December 2024 and December 2025. This suggests the vehicle is not under excessive stress, though the low mileage does not excuse the owner from maintaining rubber-based components. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension to identify the cause of the alignment issues. The repeated edge wear flagged by the tester suggests worn control arm bushes, ball joints, or faulty struts that require immediate attention. Additionally, the TPMS light noted in the December 2023 test at 31,091 miles should be verified to ensure no sensor fault or pressure leak remains unaddressed. Since no structural corrosion or brake failures were recorded in the history, the focus remains strictly on the front-end geometry and the integrity of the tyre monitoring system.