2013 Mercedes-Benz Vito 2.1L Diesel · LD13 AVZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, holding a valid MOT from 24 June 2022 at 316 541 miles with only minor advisories recorded. The test shows direction indicators slightly discoloured on the nearside front, offside front and nearside side repeater, and a cut tyre on the offside front that does not breach the ply. No major failures appear, indicating the car meets the minimum standards for the current date. The maintenance trend is broadly improving: earlier entries from 2018‑2021 document failures such as excessive brake binding, a faulty parking brake, an inoperative engine MIL and steering rack free play. Those issues have not reappeared in the latest test, suggesting corrective work was performed, although intermittent brake binding was noted as recently as the September 2021 test at 288 580 miles, hinting at a lingering susceptibility. Mileage accumulation has been steady and relatively high for a model of this age. Between the November 2015 test at 104 594 miles and the June 2022 test, the odometer advanced by roughly 212 k miles over seven years, averaging about 30 k miles annually. The record shows annual testing without significant gaps, but the jump from 288 580 miles in June 2021 to 316 541 miles in June 2022 represents a gain of nearly 28 k miles in eleven months, underscoring a high‑usage pattern. The duplicate entry on 10 November 2018 at 212 731 miles (both pass and fail) suggests an immediate retest after a fault was rectified, reflecting prompt attention to defects. A prospective buyer should inspect the brake system closely, checking for binding calipers or uneven pad wear on the offside front service brake, as this fault recurs across multiple tests. The parking brake operation must be verified, given the 2018 failure on one side. The steering rack free play noted in October 2020 warrants a close look for excessive play that could affect road holding. An oil leak, though described as not excessive, should be examined for signs of seepage or degraded seals. The direction indicators and side repeaters should be tested for full function and clarity, as discolouration persists. The offside front tyre condition is critical; the recorded cut, while not penetrating the cords, may indicate prior impact damage or corrosion that could develop. Finally, the spare tyre’s condition, previously flagged as defective for emergency use only, and the engine management light history merit a diagnostic scan to ensure no underlying faults remain.