2017 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · KP17 YMF

The Vito presents as roadworthy on the most recent test, with a clean pass recorded on 15 May 2025 at 60,278 miles showing no defects or advisories. The maintenance trend is stable across the available history, as every annual examination returned a defect-free result once the vehicle cleared the test. The repeated same-day fail and pass entries in 2023 and 2025 at identical mileages suggest administrative re-tests rather than mechanical rectification, with no outstanding faults carried between visits. Mileage progression stays consistent with typical light commercial use for a nine-year-old van. The record shows 30,836 miles on 20 May 2023, rising to 40,282 miles by 26 April 2024, then jumping to 60,278 miles at the 15 May 2025 test. That final year added just under 20,000 miles, roughly three times the prior annual rate, though the overall average remains about 6,700 miles per year. The DVSA data is sparse, with only five entries and no advisories logged at any stage, so the file gives limited insight into consumable wear or hidden corrosion. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection despite the clean MOT trail. The absence of recorded advisories does not rule out worn suspension bushes, tired brake discs, or early structural rust around sills and chassis mounts that a tester may not have flagged under current thresholds. Given the mileage step-up in the last twelve months, scrutinise the drivetrain for increased load fatigue and check tyre age rather than just tread depth. Pay particular attention to the rear load bay and underbody for moisture damage, as the Vito's steel floor is prone to corrosion where water collects. Verify service history independently, since the MOT alone shows no deferred faults but cannot confirm routine oil changes or brake fluid replacement.