2016 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · EY16 ADZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, maintaining a clean record since a single isolated failure. The most recent MOT conducted in April 2025 at 239,532 miles passed with no defects or advisories, indicating that the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety and emissions standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2022 and 2024, suggesting that the current ownership is addressing necessary issues to keep the vehicle on the road despite its high usage. The mileage profile is exceptionally high for a ten-year-old van, averaging approximately 24,000 miles per annum. Between March 2022 and April 2025, the vehicle covered over 58,000 miles, reflecting heavy commercial use or consistent long-distance operation. The gap of 21,000 miles between the April 2024 and April 2025 tests shows the vehicle remains in constant use throughout the year. Such a rapid accumulation of mileage places significant stress on the drivetrain, turbocharger, and suspension components compared to a typical private-use vehicle. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the components most susceptible to high-mileage wear. While the MOT record shows no current defects, the sheer distance travelled suggests that components like suspension bushes, shock absorbers, and coil springs are nearing the end of their functional life. Inspect the braking system for thin discs and binding calipers, as high-frequency heavy driving often accelerates hardware degradation. The failure in March 2023 at 212,106 miles was rectified immediately, but the buyer should verify the specific reason for that past failure to ensure no underlying structural corrosion or mechanical leaks are developing.